HomeMy WebLinkAbout10 - 2010 California Building CodesCITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item No. 10
Date: November 9, 2010
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: Building Department
Faisal Jurdi, Deputy Building Official, 644 -3277, fjurdi @newportbeachca.gov
SUBJECT: Adoption of the 2010 California Building Codes
ISSUE:
Adoption of the 2010 California Building Codes with local amendments.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
In accordance with State law, model codes published by the State Building Standards
Commission in Title 24 are mandated to be enforced on January 1, 2011. The "State
Building Codes" become effective on January 15t, even if no action is taken by the City.
Staff recommends approval of the proposed ordinance, along with the resolution of
required findings for local amendments.
DISCUSSION:
Building codes are developed and published in three -year cycles. Once they are
published, the State introduces its amendments and publishes the "State Building
Codes." Each local jurisdiction in turn may make only more restrictive modifications
and amendments; provided express findings are made relating to local climatic,
topographic and geographic conditions and said findings are filed with the California
Building Standards Commission pursuant to the Health and Safety Code Sections
17958.7 and 18941.5(b).
The State of California's current building code is the 2007 edition based on the 2006
model codes known as the IBC. The IBC was published by an organization known as
the International Code Council (ICC). Other State codes, such as the mechanical,
plumbing, and electrical codes, are published by other model code organizations such
as the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) and the
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
The proposed amendments are comprised of our current code provisions that have
been renumbered and /or relocated consistent with the new codes; deletion of provisions
that became obsolete; editorial amendments to the State codes, and amendments
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necessary to carry over existing provisions warranting continuance, such as the
construction standards in the high fire hazard severity zone and fire sprinklers
requirements.
There are two new State codes included in this adoption cycle; the California Green
Building Standards Code and the California Residential Code. The Green Building
Standards Code applies to all new construction, and the California Residential Code
applies to construction of single - family dwellings and duplexes, which has historically
been part of the California Building Code.
The State's Health and Safety Code (Section 17958) mandates that the California
Building Standards Commission adopt and publish the California Building Standards
Code (Title 24 California Code of Regulations) every three years. The 2010 edition of
the California Code of Regulations Title 24, which incorporates the below listed model
codes, becomes effective on January 1, 2011. If approved, this ordinance would amend
Title 15 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code by repealing references to the prior
editions of the construction codes.
The list below identifies the model codes upon which the 2010 California Building Codes
are based and proposed for adoption:
California Building Standards Code
2010 California Building Code
2010 California Residential Code
2010 California Electrical Code
2010 California Mechanical Code
2010 California Plumbing Code
2010 California Green Building
Standards Code (Cal Green)
2010 California Historical Building Code
2010 California Existing Building Code
Reference Model Code
2009 International Building Code (ICC)
2009 International Residential Code (ICC)
2008 National Electrical Code (NFPA)
2009 Uniform Mechanical Code (IAPMO)
2009 Uniform Plumbing Code (IAPMO)
State Title 24
State Title 24
State Title 24
In addition to the California codes, the 2009 International Property Maintenance Code
(ICC); and the 2009 Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code (IAPMO); which
are model administrative and technical codes, are also necessary and proposed for
adoption. The 2009 International Property Maintenance Code is the updated edition of
the currently adopted 2006 edition and contains minimum requirements and standards
for existing premises for light, ventilation, space, heating, sanitation, protection from the
elements, life safety, and for safe and sanitary maintenance. The 2009 Uniform
Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code is the updated edition of the currently adopted
1997 edition. This code includes plumbing and sanitation requirements for pools, spas
and hot tubs.
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Editorial changes are proposed to the Newport Beach Grading and Excavation Code to
reference the new codes. Revisions are also proposed to the Flood Plain Management
section of Chapter 15 of the Municipal Code, consistent with the FEMA model ordinance
and necessary to adopt the 2009 flood insurance rate maps. In addition, a new Chapter
15.12 relating to Post - Disaster Safety Assessment placards and standards for repair of
damaged structures is proposed in order to authorize city staff to inspect and assess the
safety of structures after a disaster.
Summary of Noteworthy Code Changes
In addition to the new codes (the 2010 Residential Code, previously a part of the
California Building Code; and the 2010 California Green Building Standards Code), the
following is a summary of the more noteworthy local amendments proposed. A
complete list of all proposed revisions is provided in attachment A. The findings
contained within the proposed resolution provide additional justification for approval of
the local amendments. Building Department staff participated in the ICC Orange
Empire Chapter Code Adoption Committee, which made recommendations to Orange
County jurisdictions regarding code amendments that should be considered for
adoption. The goal of the Adoption Committee was to promote as much uniformity as
practical throughout Orange County.
Noteworthy Local Amendments
• California Green Building Standards Code
(New code) In addition to the State mandated measures of the Green Building
Standards Code for residential and nonresidential structures, additional
measures have been included from the appendix consistent with the
recommendation of the City's Task Force on Green Development. They include:
Residential Construction
— Energy star designation for appliances
— Kitchen faucet flow rate not to exceed 1.5 gal /min.
— Dishwasher water use not to exceed 5.8 gal /cycle
— Minimum MERV 8 air filter required for HVAC equipment
Nonresidential Construction
— Control storm water runoff quantity and quality
— Energy star equipment and appliances if available in energy star label
— Buildings with more than one elevator or more than two escalators to have
energy saving controls for elevators and escalators.
— Reduce water usage of commercial clothes washer by 10% below CEC
standard
— Set a water usage rate for commercial dishwasher
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• Administrative Code
(Proposed amendment for convenience of the customer) The new State code
authorizes permit extensions in 90 -day increments. Staff is proposing to allow up
to two 180 -day extensions to be added to the first 180 -day plan check period.
This will allow the applicant to avoid requesting extensions every three months,
especially during this difficult construction time period.
• Building Code
1. (Continuation of current City standards) Requires a fire sprinkler and fire
alarm system in buildings with the highest occupied floor over 40 feet high.
High -rise fire and life safety requirements are also established for buildings
with the highest occupied floor above 55 feet. Continuation of the current City
requirements is proposed due to the height limit for safe use of ladders to
fight a fire and rescue the occupants.
(Detailed findings are included in the Resolution.)
2. (Continuation of current City standards) Requires a fire sprinkler system in all
occupancies for buildings other than one or two dwelling units and more than
5,000 square feet in area or more than two stories high; and requires a fire
sprinkler system in an existing structure when the area of an addition and
reconstruction exceeds 2,500 square feet. This is necessary because the
sprinkler system controls the spread of fire and decreases damage, increases
the amount of time for escape, and provides time for emergency fire
resources to respond to completely extinguish the fire.
(Detailed findings are included in the Resolution.)
• California Residential Code
The California Residential Code requires all new homes to have a fire sprinkler
system. This is now consistent with the City of Newport Beach's prior local
amendment to the 2007 California Building Code which required fire sprinklers in
new single - family homes.
1. Staff proposes to amend the California Residential Code to require adding a
fire sprinkler system when an addition and reconstruction to an existing home
exceeds 2,000 square feet. Current City requirements specify that a fire
sprinkler system must be installed in an existing home when an addition
exceeds 2,500 square feet and the total area of the home exceeds 5,000
square feet. The proposed requirement is necessary for life safety protection.
See attachment B for further supporting documentation from the Fire
Marshall.
(Detailed findings are included in the Resolution.)
2. (New amendment — allows additional options for residents) Allows fire
retardant wood roof covering as part of a Class A assembly for new
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construction and reroof other than in a special fire hazard zone. This
amendment provides expanded options for homeowners since the City of
Newport Beach amended the 2007 California Building Code to prohibit wood
roof covering in all areas of the city.
(Detailed findings are included in the Resolution.)
• Municipal Code
1. (New chapter) Municipal Code Chapter 15.12 Post - Disaster Safety
Assessment Placards and Standard for Repair of Damaged Structures has
been added. Adoption of guidelines for posting buildings after a disaster is
consistent with State Standard for Post Disaster Safety Assessment.
2. (Amended chapter) Municipal Code Chapter 15.50 Floodplain Management.
Chapter 15.50 is proposed to be revised to be consistent with the FEMA
model ordinance and to adopt FEMA's 2009 Flood Insurance Rate Maps.
Building Department staff is recommending that changes and modifications be made to
the codes and advises that certain changes and modifications to the 2010 editions of
the California Building Code and California Residential Code are reasonably necessary
due to local conditions in the City of Newport Beach; are reasonably necessary to
safeguard life and property; are of an administrative or procedural nature, or address
subjects that are not covered by the codes.
FUNDING IMPACTS:
Verifying compliance with the new Green Building Code requires additional plan check
and inspection. This action will not require any budget change or amendment at this
time. Staff will make every effort to verify compliance with current resources.
ENVIROMENTAL REVIEW:
The proposal is not a "project" under CECA in that it has no possibility of creating a
substantial impact upon the environment. Thus, no environmental review is necessary.
PUBLIC NOTICE
Notice has been given consistent with the Brown Act and no further notice is necessary.
RECOMMENDATION:
Introduce the ordinance including proposed local amendments, conduct a public hearing
and pass to second reading on November 23, 2010; and adopt the resolution of findings
on November 23, 2010.
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Prepared by:
SIGNATURE
Faisal Jurdi,
Deputy Building Official
Attachments:
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Proposed Ordinance
Proposed Resolution
Attachment A
Attachment B
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Submitted by:
SIGNATURE
Joel Fick,
Interim Community Development Director
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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Newport Beach will hold a
public hearing on the
Adoption of Chapter 1 Division II of the 2010 California Building Code designated as the
Newport Beach Administrative Code; the 2009 International Property Maintenance
Code; the 2010 Edition of the California Building Code; the 2010 Edition of the California
Residential Code; the 2010 Edition of the California Electrical Code; the 2010 Edition of
the California Mechanical Code; the 2010 Edition of the California Plumbing Code; the
2009 Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code; Amending Municipal Code
Chapter 15.10 Excavation And Grading Code; the 2010 California Green Building
Standards Code; Adding a new Municipal Code Chapter 15.12 Post - Disaster Safety
Assessment Placards and Standards for Repair of Damaged Structures; the 2010
California Historical Building Code; the 2010 California Existing Building Code;
Amending and Renaming Municipal Code Chapter 15.50 Floodplain Management.
NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that said public hearing will be held on the 91' day of
November 2010, at the hour of 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Newport Beach City
Hall, 3300 Newport Boulevard, Newport Beach, California, at which time and place any and all
persons interested may appear and be heard thereon. If you challenge this project in court, you
may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing
described in this notice or in written correspondence delivered to the City at, or prior to, the
public hearing. For information call (949) 644 -3277.
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Leilani Brown
City Clerk
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
ORDINANCE NO. 2010 -
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SECTION 1 Chapter 15.02 Administrative Code 1
SECTION 2
Chapter 15.03 International Property Maintenance Code
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SECTION 3
Chapter 15.04 Building Code
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SECTION 4
Chapter 15.05 Residential Code
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SECTION 5
Chapter 15.06 Electrical Code
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SECTION 6
Chapter 15.07 Mechanical Code
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SECTION 7
Chapter 15.08 Plumbing Code
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SECTION 8
Chapter 15.09 Swimming Pool Code
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SECTION 9
Chapter 15.10 Excavation and Grading Code
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SECTION 10
Chapter 15.11 Green Building Standards Code
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SECTION 11
Chapter 15.12 Post - Disaster Safety Assessment Placards
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and Standard for Repair of Damaged Structures
SECTION 12
Chapter 15.13 Historical Building Code
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SECTION 13
Chapter 15.14 Existing Building Code
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SECTION 14
Chapter 15.50 Floodplain Management
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ORDINANCE NO. 2010-
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH AMENDING TITLE 15
OF THE NEWPORT BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADOPT CHAPTER 1
DIVISION II OF THE 2010 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE DESIGNATED AS
THE NEWPORT BEACH ADMINISTRATIVE CODE; THE 2009
INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE; THE 2010 EDITION OF
THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE; THE 2010 EDITION OF THE
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE; THE 2010 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA
ELECTRICAL CODE; THE 2010 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA
MECHANICAL CODE; THE 2010 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA PLUMBING
CODE; THE 2009 UNIFORM SWIMMING POOL, SPA AND HOT TUB CODE;
AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 15.10 EXCAVATION AND
GRADING CODE; THE 2010 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS
CODE; ADDING A NEW MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 15.12 POST -
DISASTER SAFETY ASSESSMENT PLACARDS AND STANDARDS FOR
REPAIR OF DAMAGED STRUCTURES; THE 2010 CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL
BUILDING CODE; THE 2010 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE;
AMENDING AND RENAMING MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 15.50
FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT.
The City Council of the City of Newport Beach DOES HEREBY ORDAIN as follows:
SECTION 1: Chapter 15.02 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code is amended to
read:
Sections:
Chapter 15.02
ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
15.02.010 Adoption of the Administrative Code
15.02.020 Amendment to Section 10 1. 1
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15.02.030
Amendment to Section 101.4.1
15.02.040
Amendment to Section 101.4.2
15.02.050
Amendment to Section 101.4.3
15.02.060
Amendment to Section 101.4.4
15.02.070
Amendment to Section 101.4.5
15.02.080
Amendment to Section 102.6
15.02.090
Deletion of Section 103
15.02.100
Amendment to Section 105.2
15.02.110
Amendment to Section 105.3.2
15.02.120
Amendment to Section 105.5
15.02.130
Amendment to Section 109.4
15.02.140
Added Section 110.3.9.1
Section 15.02.010 Adoption of the Administrative Code
The City Council adopts and incorporates by reference, as though set forth in full in this
section Chapter 1 Division II of the 2010 Edition of the California Building Code as
published by the International Code Council.
The various parts of this Chapter, including additions, amendments and deletions
adopted in this section, shall constitute and be known as the Newport Beach
Administrative Code. A copy of the 2010 California Building Code printed in code book
form shall be kept on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Section 15.02.020 Amendment to Section 101.1
Section 101.1 is amended to read as follows:
Section 101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the
of the State ef Galifernia Newport Beach Administrative Code hereinafter referred to as
"this code."
Section 15.02.030 Amendment to Section 101.4.1
Section 101.4.1 is amended to read as follows:
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Section 101.4.1 Gas. The provisions of the Internat'GRal F, e California Plumbing
Code shall apply to the installation of gas piping from the point of delivery, gas
appliances and related accessories as covered in this code. These requirements apply
to gas piping systems extending from the point of delivery to the inlet connections of
appliances and the installation and operation of residential and commercial gas
appliances and related accessories.
Section 15.02.040 Amendment to Section 101.4.2
Section 101.4.2 is amended to read as follows:
Section 104.2 Mechanical. The provisions of the tnteraatienal California Mechanical
Code shall apply to the installation, alterations, repairs and replacement of mechanical
systems, including equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and /or appurtenances,
including ventilating, heating, cooling, air - conditioning and refrigeration systems,
incinerators and other energy - related systems.
Section 15.02.050 Amendment to Section 101.4.3
Section 101.4.3 is amended to read as follows:
Section 101.4.3 Plumbing. The provisions of the !Rter.;at'E)nafCalifornia Plumbing
Code shall apply to the installation, alteration, repair and replacement of plumbing
systems, including equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances, and
where connected to a water or sewage system and all aspects of a medical gas system.
The previsieRs ef the International Private Sewage Disposal Gede shall apply to pro,
Section 15.02.060 Amendment to Section 101.4.4
Section 101.4.4 is amended to read as follows:
Section 101.4.4 Property maintenance. The provisions of the International Property
Maintenance Code shall apply to existing residential structures and premises;
equipment and facilities; light, ventilation, space heating, sanitation, life and fire safety
hazards; responsibilities of owners, operators and occupants; and occupancy of
existing premises and structures.
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Section 15.02.070 Amendment to Section 101.4.5
Section 101.4.5 is amended to read as follows:
Section 101.4.5 Fire prevention. The provisions of the '�„tematio„el California Fire
Code shall apply to matters affecting or relating to structures, processes and premises
from the hazard of fire and explosion arising from the storage, handling or use of
structures, materials or devices; from conditions hazardous to life, property or public
welfare in the occupancy of structures or premises; and from the construction,
extension, repair, alteration or removal of fire suppression and alarm systems or fire
hazards in the structure or on the premises from occupancy or operation.
Section 15.02.080 Amendment to Section 102.6
Section 102.6 is amended to read as follows:
Section 102.6 Existing structures. The legal occupancy of any structure existing on
the date of adoption of this code shall be permitted to continue without change, except
as is specifically covered in this code, the California Building Code, the Property
Maintenance Code, or the California Fire Code, or as is deemed necessary by the
building official for the general safety and welfare of the occupants and the public.
Section 15.02.090 Deletion of Section 103
Section 103 DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING SAFETY is deleted in its entirety.
Section 15.02.100 Amendment to Section 105.2
Section 105.2 is amended to read as follows:
Section 105.2 Work exempt from permit.
Building: 2. Fences ^e*, ever 6 feet (1829 mm) high. Masonry or concrete
fences not over 3 feet (914.4 mm) in height above lowest adjacent grade, and all other
fences not over 6 feet (1,828.8 mm) in height above lowest adiacent grade
Section 15.02.110 Amendment to Section 105.3.2
Section 105.3.2 is amended to read as follows:
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Section 105.3.2 Time limitation of application. An application for a permit for any
proposed work shall be deemed to have been abandoned 180 days after the date of
filing, unless such application has been pursued in good faith or a permit has been
issued; except that the building official is authorized to grant up to two GRe or Fnere
extensions of time for additienal a periods not exceeding 90 180 days each. The
extension shall be requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated. [OSHPD 1,
2, & 4] Time limitation shall be in accordance with Title 24, Part 1, Chapter 7, Section 7-
129.
Section 15.02.120 Amendment to Section 105.5
Section 105.5 is amended to read as follows:
Section 105.5 Expiration. Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work
on the site authorized by such permit is commenced within 180 days after its issuance_;
or if the work authorized on the site by such permit is suspended or abandoned for a
period of 180 days after the time the work as GornmenGed. date of the last recorded
inspection. Before such work can be recommenced, a new permit shall be first
obtained to do so, and the permittee shall pay a new permit fee except for permits for
suspended or abandoned work where inspections were previously recorded the fee
shall be one half the amount required for a new permit for such work, provided no
changes have been made or will be made in the original approved plans and
specifications for such work; and provided further that such suspension or
abandonment has not exceeded one year. Permits shall not be renewed more than
once. The building official is authorized to grant, in writing, one or More extensions of
time, for a periods not more than 180 days-easkr provided work has not commenced.
The extension shall be requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated.
Permits shall not be extended more than once.
Section 15.02.130 Amendment to Section 109.4
Section 109.4 is amended to read as follows:
Section 109.4 Work commencing before permit issuance. Any person who
commences any work on a building, structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing
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system before obtaining the necessary permits shall be subject to a fee established- " ,
the hwaoing on��nial Mat shall be addken to the required permit fees. . an investigation
fee in addition to the required permit fees. The investigation fee shall be collected
whether or not a permit is then or subsequently issued. The investigation fee shall be
equal to the amount of the permit fee required in the City Council fee resolution. The
Payment of such investigation fee shall not exempt an applicant from compliance with
all other provisions of either this code or the technical codes nor from the penalty
Prescribed by law.
Section 15.02.140 Added Section 110.3.9.1
Section 110.3.9.1 is added to read as follows:
Section 110.3.9.1 Approval of Special Inspector. The special inspector shall be a
qualified person approved by the building official of the City of Newport Beach or his /her
designated representative. The special inspector shall furnish continuous inspection on
the construction and work requiring his/her employment as prescribed in the applicable
code. The special inspector shall report to the building official in writing, noting all code
violations and other information as required on forms, prescribed or approved by the
City of Newport Beach.
Each person applying for listing /registration as a special inspector for the City of
Newport Beach shall possess a valid certification from a certifying agency approved by
the building official, as a special inspector for each classification for which they apply.
The building official may administer testing procedures, which he /she may find
appropriate.
Each person applying for registration, as a special inspector for the City of Newport
Beach, shall pay a registration fee as set forth in the City Council Fee Resolution,
Payable with the application.
A registration card shall be issued to each such special inspector who qualifies. A
renewal fee as set forth in the City Council Fee Resolution for each classification shall
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be charged on July 1st of each year thereafter at which time the special inspector may
be subiect to re- examination.
The building official may, in writing, suspend or revoke any special inspector's
certificate of registration for due cause. This notice shall set forth the time and place
evidence would be submitted to show cause why the certificates of registration should
not be revoked. Failure to appear at such hearing by the special inspector may result in
immediate revocation of said certificates. Special inspector's qualification registrations
are to be given only for special inspections required in Chapter 17 of the California
Building Code or for work specifically authorized by the building official.
SECTION 2. Chapter 15.03 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code is amended to read
as follows:
Sections:
Chapter 15.03
INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE
15.03.010 Adoption of the International Property Maintenance Code
15.03.020 Deletion of Chapter 1, except Sections 101 and 102
15.03.030 Amendment to Section 101.1
15.03.040 Amendment to Section 101.2
15.03.050 Amendment to Section 102.3
15.03.060 Amendment to Section 303.2
Section 15.03.010 Adoption of the International Property Maintenance Code.
The City Council adopts and incorporates by reference, as though set forth in full in this
section, the 2W6 2009 International Property Maintenance Code, as published by the
International Code Council.
The various parts of this Code, along with the amendments and deletions adopted in
this section, shall constitute and be known as the Newport Beach Property Maintenance
Code. A copy of the 2006 2009 International Property Maintenance Code shall be kept
on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Section 15.03.020 Deletion of Chapter 1, except Sections 101 and 102.
Section 15.03.020 Chapter 1 of the Property Maintenance Code is deleted, except
Sections 101 and 102 as amended in Sections 15.03.030 and through 15.03.050.
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15.03.030 Amendment to Section 101.1
Section 101.1 is amended to read as follows:
Section 101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the fnteFRationa! Newport
Beach Property Maintenance Code, herein referred to as "this code."
15.03.040 Amendment to Section 101.2
Section 101.2 is amended to read as follows:
Section 101.2 Scope. The provisions of this code shall apply to all existing residential
and RORFesidential structures and all existing premises and °S+;+ +°
requirements and standards fGF premises, structures, equipment and facilities for light,
ventilation, space, heating, sanitation, protection from the elements, life safety, safety
from fire and other hazards, and for safe and sanitary maintenance; the responsibility of
owners, operators and occupants; the occupancy of existing structures and premises,
and for administration, enforcement and penalties.
Section 15.03.050 Amendment to Section 102.3
Section 102.3 is amended as follows:
Section 102.3 Application of other codes. Repairs, additions or alterations to a
structure, or changes of occupancy, shall be done in accordance with the procedures
and provisions of the applicable adopted codes. t.. + °r°a +i°.,..1 Q ildu g Gede
i+ + i Fuel Gas Cede, International M ti i Cede d ninon 70 Nothing in
this code shall be construed to cancel, modify or set aside any provision of the
interRatiGna"ening Gale Newport Beach Zoning Code.
Section 15.03.060 Amendment to Section 303.2
Section 303.2 is amended as follows:
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Section 303.2 Enclosures. Private swimming pools, hot tubs and spas, containing
water more than 2418 inches (610 mm) in depth shall be completely surrounded by a
fence or barrier at least 4860 inches (42481524 mm) in height above the finished
ground level measured on the side of the barrier away from the pool. Gates and doors
in such barriers shall be self - closing and self - latching. Where the self - latching device is
less than 54 inches (1372 mm) above the bottom of the gate, the release mechanism
shall be located on the pool side of the gate. Self- closing and self - latching gates shall
be maintained such that the gate will positively close and latch when released from an
open position of 6 inches (152 mm) from the gatepost. No existing pool enclosure shall
be removed, replaced or changed in a manner that reduces its effectiveness as a safety
barrier.
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SECTION 3: Chapter 15.04 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code is amended to
read as follows:
Sections:
Chapter 15.04
BUILDING CODE
15.04.010
Adoption of California Building Code
15.04.020
Amendment to Section 403
15.04.030
Amendment to Section 403.1
15.04.040
Amendment to Section 403. 1.1
15.04.050
Amendment to Section 403.4.7.2
15.04.060
Amendment to Section 403.4.8.1
15.04.070
Amendment to Section 701 A.1
15.04.080
Amendment to Section 701A.3
15.04.090
Amendment to Section 701A.3.1
15.04.100
Amendment to Section 702A
15.04.110
Amendment to Section 708A
15.04.120
Amendment to Section 710A
15.04.130
Amendment to Section 903.2
15.04.140
Amendment to Section 903.2.8
15.04.150
Amendment to Section 907.2.13
15.04.160
Amendment to Section 907.5.2.2
15.04.170
Amendment to Section 907.6.3.2
15.04.180
Amendment to Section 910.3.2.2
15.04.190
Amendment to Section 1505.1
15.04.200
Amendment to Table 1505.1
15.04.210
Amendment to Section 1505. 1.1
15.04.220
Amendment to Section 1505.1.3
15.04.230
Amendment to Section 3109.4.4.2
15.04.240
Amendment to Section 3401.3
15.04.250
Addition of Section 3401.3.1
Section 15.04.010 Adoption of the California Building Code
The City Council adopts and incorporates by reference, as though set forth in full in this
section, the 2007 2010 Edition of the California Building Code, Volumes 1 and 2,
including Appendix C, I, of, -Pate, and all national codes and standards referenced
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therein, based on the 28062010 International Building Code, as published by the
International Code Council.
The various parts of these Codes and Standards, along with the additions,
amendments and deletions adopted in this section, shall constitute and be known as
the Newport Beach Building Code. A copy of the 2807 2010 California Building Code
Volumes 1 and 2, printed in code book form shall be kept on file in the office of the City
Clerk.
Section 15.04.020 Amendment to Section 403
Section 403 is amended to read as follows:
SECTION 403 HIGH -RISE BUILDINGS HAVING
OCCUPIED FLOORS LOCATED MORE THAN 7540 FEET ABOVE THE LOWEST
LEVEL OF FIRE DEPARTMENT VEHICLE ACCESS AND GROUP 1 -2
OCCUPANCIES HAVING OCCUPIED FLOORS LOCATED MORE THAN 75 FEET
ABOVE THE LOWEST LEVEL OF FIRE DEPARTMENT VEHICLE ACCESS
Section 15.04.030 Amendment to Section 403.1
Section 403.1 is amended to read as follows:
Section 403.1 Applicability. New high -rise buildings
having occupied floors located more than 7-540 feet above the lowest level of fire
department vehicle access and new Group 1 -2 occupancies having occupied floors
located more than 75 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access shall
comply with Sections 403.2 through 403.6.
Exception: The provisions of Sections 403.2 through 403.6 shall not apply to the
following buildings and structures:
1. Airport traffic control towers in accordance with Section 412.3
2. Open parking garages in accordance with Section 406.3
3. Buildings with a Group A -5 occupancy in accordance with Section 303.1.
4. Special industrial occupancies in accordance with Section 503.1.1.
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5. Buildings such as power plants, lookout towers, steeples, grain houses and similar
structures with non - continuous human occupancy, when so determined by the
enforcing agency.
6. Buildings having floors used for human occupancy located equal to or less than 55
ft. (16.674 mm) above the lowest floor level having building access shall only
comply with the fire sprinkler and fire alarm provisions of this section.
Section 15.04.040 Amendment to Section 403.1.1
Section 403.1.1 High -rise Building Item 2 is amended to read as follows:
2. `High -rise structure" means every building of any type of construction or occupancy
having floors used for human occupancy located more than 7540 feet above the
lowest floor level having building access (as defined in this section)'°°�:r
403 -1.4, except buildings used as hospitals as defined in Health and Safety Code
Section 9250.
Section 15.04.050 Amendment to Section 403.4.7.2
Section 403.4.7.2 is amended to read as follows:
Section 403.4.7.2 Standby power loads. The following are classified as standby
power loads:
1. Power and lighting for the fire command center required by Section 403.4.5; and
32. Standby power shall be provided for elevators in accordance with Sections
1007.4, 3003, 3007 and 3008.
Section 15.04.060 Amendment to Section 403.4.8.1
Section 403.4.8.1 is amended to read as follows:
Section 403.4.8.1 Emergency power loads.
emergency power loads:
5. Fire alarm systems; and
6. Electrically powered fire pumps.—
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The following are classified as
7. Ventilation and automatic fire detection equipment for smokeproof enclosures.
Section 15.04.070 Amendment to Section 701A.1
Section 701 A.1 is amended to read as follows :
Section 701A.1 SECTION 701A SCOPE, PURPOSE AND APPLICATION.
Section 701A.1 Scope. This chapter applies to building materials, systems and /or
assemblies used in the exterior design and construction of Re w buildings including one -
and two- family,dwellings located within a Wildland -Urban Interface Fire Area as defined
in Section 702A.
Section 15.04.080 Amendment to Section 701A.3
Section 701A.3 is amended to read as follows :
Section 701A.3 Application. New buildings, alterations and additions located in any
Fire Hazard Severity Zone or any Wildland -Urban Interface Fire Area designated by the
enforcing agency constructed after the application date shall comply with the provisions
of this chapter.
Exceptions:
1. Buildings of an accessory character classified as a Group U occupancy and not
exceeding 120 square feet in floor area, when located at least 30 feet from an
applicable building.
2. Buildings of an accessory character classified as Group U occupancy of any size
located at least 50 feet from an applicable building.
3. Buildings classified as a Group U Agricultural Building, as defined in Section 202
of this code (see also Appendix C — Group U Agricultural Buildings), when
located at least 50 feet from an applicable building.
Section 15.04.090 Amendment to Section 701A.3.1
Section 701A.3.1 is amended by deleting Exception #2 in its entirety:
Section 701A.3.1 Application date and where required.
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7. Ventilation and automatic fire detection equipment for smokeproof enclosures.
Section 15.04.070 Amendment to Section 701A.1
Section 701 A.1 is amended to read as follows :
Section 701A.1 SECTION 701A SCOPE, PURPOSE AND APPLICATION.
Section 701A.1 Scope. ' This chapter applies to building materials, systems and /or
assemblies used in the exterior design and construction of new buildings including one -
and two - family dwellings located within a Wildland -Urban Interface Fire Area as defined
in Section 702A.
Section 15.04.080 Amendment to Section 701A.3
Section 701A.3 is amended to read as follows :
Section 701A.3 Application. New buildings, alterations and additions located in any
Fire Hazard Severity Zone or any Wildland -Urban Interface Fire Area designated by the
enforcing agency constructed after the application date shall comply with the provisions
of this chapter.
Exceptions;
1. Buildings of an accessory character classified as a Group U occupancy and not
exceeding 120 square feet in floor area, when located at least 30 feet from an
applicable building.
2. Buildings of an accessory character classified as Group U occupancy of any size
located at least 50 feet from an applicable building.
3. Buildings classified as a Group U Agricultural Building, as defined in Section 202
of this code (see also Appendix C — Group U Agricultural Buildings), when
located at least 50 feet from an applicable building.
Section 15.04.090 Amendment to Section 701A.3.1
Section 701A.3.1 is amended by deleting Exception #2 in its entirety:
Section 701A.3.1 Application date and where required.
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Section 15.04.100 Amendment to Section 702A
Section 702A is amended with one addition to read as follows:
SECTION 702A DEFINITIONS
UNENCLOSED COVERED STRUCTURE. Includes covered structures with a solid or
open roof and no more than one enclosed side.
Section 15.04.110 Amendment to Section 708A
Section 708A is amended to read as follows:
SECTION 708A EXTERIOR WINDOWS AND, DOORS AND SKYLIGHTS
Section 708A.1 General.
Section 708A.2 Exterior glazing. The following exterior glazing materials and /or
assemblies shall comply with this section:
1. Exterior windows
2. Exterior glazed doors
3. Glazed openings within exterior doors
4. Glazed openings within exterior garage doors
5. Exterior structural glass veneer
6. Skylights
Section 708A.2.1 Exterior windows,, and exterior glazed door assembly and
skylight assembly requirements. Exterior windows, and exterior glazed door
assemblies and skylight assemblies shall comply with one of the following
requirements:
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Section 15.04.100 Amendment to Section 702A
Section 702A is amended with one addition to read as follows:
SECTION 702A DEFINITIONS
UNENCLOSED COVERED STRUCTURE. Includes covered structures with a solid or
open roof and no more than one enclosed side.
Section 15.04.110 Amendment to Section 708A
Section 708A is amended to read as follows:
SECTION 708A EXTERIOR WINDOWS AND, DOORS AND SKYLIGHTS
Section 708A.1 General.
Section 708A.2 Exterior glazing. The following exterior glazing materials and /or
assemblies shall comply with this section:
1. Exterior windows
2. Exterior glazed doors
3. Glazed openings within exterior doors
4. Glazed openings within exterior garage doors
5. Exterior structural glass veneer
6. Skylights
Section 708A.2.1 Exterior windows,, and exterior glazed door assembly and
skylight assembly requirements. Exterior windows, and exterior glazed door
assemblies and skylight assemblies shall comply with one of the following
requirements:
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Section 15.04.120 Amendment to Section 710A
Section 710A is amended to read as follows:
SECTION 710A ACCESSORY STRUCTURES
Section 710A.1 General. Accessory and miscellaneous structures, other than
buildings covered by Section 701A.3, "' h pose a signffiGant exterior exposure .hazard
to app#Gable buildings during wildfire shall be constructed to conform to the ignition
resistance requirements of this section.
Section 710A.2 Applicability. The provisions of this section shall apply to trellises,
arbors, patio covers, carports, gazebos and similar unenclosed covered structures of an
accessory or miscellaneous character.
Exceptions:
1. Decks shall comply with the requirements of Section 709A.
2. Awnings and canopies shall comply with the requirements of Section 3105.
710A.3 Where required. Accessory structures shall comply with the requirements of
this section.
710A.3.1 Attached accessory structures shall comply with the requirements of this
section.
710A.3.2 When aq it ed by the enforcing -age es , dDetached accessory structures
within 50 feet of an applicable building shall comply with the requirements of this
section.
710A.4 Requirements. When required by the enf icing ge ^cy aAccessory
structures shall be constructed of noncombustible er ignition- resistant materials. -, or
heavy timber.
Section 15.04.130 Amendment to Section 903.2
Section 903.2 is amended to read as follows:
Section 903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new
buildings and structures shall be provided in the following locations: ° d�.��ribed in
SeGt*OnS one 1 through 903.2.1-2-.
"Building Area" as used in this section shall mean gross building area enclosed within
exterior walls.
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1. New buildings: Notwithstanding anV applicable provisions of Sections 903.2.1
through 903.2.12, an automatic fire - extinguishing system shall be installed in all
occupancies when the total building area exceeds 5.000 square feet (465 m2).
Exception: Group R occupancies. Group R occupancies shall comply with
Section 903.2.8.
2. Existing buildings: Notwithstanding any applicable provisions of this code, an
automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in an existing building when the
total area of the addition and reconstruction is 50% or more of the existinq
building area and the resulting building area exceeds 5.000 square feet (465 m2).
Exception: Group R occupancies. Group R occupancies shall comply with
Section 903.2.8.
Section 15.04.140 Amendment to Section 903.2.8
Section 903.2.8 is amended to read as follows:
Section 903.2.8 Group R. An automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with
Section 903.3 shall be provided throughout all buildings with a Group R fire area as
follows:
1. New buildings: An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout all
new buildings.
2. Existing buildings: An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout
when one of the following conditions exists:
a. When the total area of addition and reconstruction exceeds 2.000 sq.ft.
b. An addition when the existing building is already provided with automatic fire
sprinkler system.
Section 15.04.150 Amendment to Section 907.2.13
Section 907.2.13 is amended to read as follows:
Section 907.2.13 High -rise buildings and GFoup 1 2 occupancies having occupied
floors located more than 7 -540 feet above the lowest level of fire department
vehicle access and Group 1 -2 occupancies having floors located more than 75
feet above the lowest level fire department vehicle access. High -rise buildings and
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having occupied floors located more than 7-540 feet above the
lowest level of fire department vehicle access and Group 1 -2 occupancies having floors
located more than 75 feet above the lowest level fire department vehicle access shall
be provided with an automatic smoke detection system in accordance with Section
907.2.13.1, a fire department communication system in accordance with Section
907.2.13.2 and an emergency voice /alarm communication system in accordance with
Section 907.5.2.2.
Exceptions: 4-. Airport traffic control towers in accordance with Sections 907.2.22 and
412.
Section 15.04.160 Amendment to Section 907.5.2.2
Section 907.5.2.2 is amended to add items 5 and 6 and to read as follows:
Section 907.5.2.2 Emergency voice /alarm communication systems. Emergency
voice /alarm communication systems required by this code shall be designed and
installed in accordance with NFPA 72. The operation of any automatic fire detector,
sprinkler waterflow device or manual fire alarm box shall automatically sound an alert
tone followed by voice instructions giving approved information and directions for a
general or staged evacuation in accordance with the building's fire safety and
evacuation plans required by Section 404. In high -rise buildings and — Group —t 2
eceupansies having occupied floors located more than 7-540 feet above the lowest level
of fire department vehicle access, and Group 1 -2 occupancies having occupied floors
located more than 75 feet above the lowest level fire department vehicle access the
system shall operate on a minimum of the alarming floor, the floor above and the floor
below. Speakers shall be provided throughout the building by paging zones. At a
minimum, paging zones shall be provided as follows:
5. Dwelling units in apartment houses.
6. Hotel guest rooms or suites.
Exception: In Group 1 -2 and R -2.1 occupancies, the alarm shall sound in a constantly
attended area and a general occupant notification shall be broadcast over the overhead
page.
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Section 15.04.170 Amendment to Section 907.6.3.2
Section 907.6.3.2 is amended to read as follows:
Section 907.6.3.2 High -rise buildings. In high -rise buildings anrd.R —Group -1 -=
eesupansies having occupied floors located more than 7540 feet above the lowest level
of fire department vehicle access and Group 1 -2 occupancies having occupied floors
located more than 75 feet above the lowest level fire department vehicle access, a
separate zone by floor shall be provided for all of the following types of alarm- initiating
devices where provided:
Section 15.04.180 Amendment to Section 910.3.2.2
Section 910.3.2.2 is amended to read as follows:
Section 910.3.2.2 Sprinklered buildings. Where installed in buildings provided with
an approved automatic sprinkler system, smoke and heat vents shall be designed to
operate automatically by actuation of a heat - responsive device rated at least 100° F
above the operating temperature of the sprinkler, unless otherwise approved.
Section 15.04.190 Amendment to Section 1505.1
Section 1505.1 is amended to read as follows:
Section 1505.1 General. Roof assemblies shall be divided into the classes defined
below. Class A, B and C roof assemblies and roof coverings required to be listed by
this section shall be tested in accordance with ASTM E 108 or UL 790. In addition, fire-
retardant- treated wood roof coverings shall be tested in accordance with ASTM D 2898.
The minimum roof coverings installed on buildings shall comply with Table 1505.1
based on the type of construction of the building.
Exceptions:
1. Skylights and sloped glazing that comply with Chapter 24 or Section 2610.
2. Membrane structures that comply with Chapter 31.
Section 15.04.200 Amendment to Table 1505.1
Table 1505.1 is amended to read as follows:
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TABLE 1505.1" MINIMUM ROOF COVERING CLASSIFICATION FOR TYPES OF
CONSTRUCTION
Section 15.04.210 Amendment to Section 1505.1.1
Section 1505.1.1 is amended to read as follows:
Section 1505.1.1 Roof coverings within very high fire hazard severity zones. The
entire roof covering of every existing structure where more than 50 percent of the total
roof area is replaced within any one -year period; the entire roof covering of every new
structure; and the entire roof covering of every existing structure aaywhen roof covering
applied in the addition, alteration, repair or replacement of the roof n
structure exceeds 50 percent of the existing roof area shall be a fire - retardant roof
covering that is at least Class A. Wood roof covering is not permitted.
When 50 percent or less of the total roof area is added or replaced within any one -year
period, all roof covering applied in the addition, alteration, repair or replacement of the
roof of every existing structure shall be a fire retardant roof covering that is at least
Class B. Wood roof covering may be used to match existing wood roof covering.
Section 15.04.220 Amendment to Section 1505.1.3
Section 1505.1.3 is amended to read as follows:
Section 1505.1.3 Roof coverings within all other areas. New construction shall have
Class A roof covering. Wood roof covering is not permitted for new construction.
Exception: Class A wood roof assembly may be used when:
1. Eaves are boxed 1 -Hr assembly, and
2. Fire sprinkler system is provided throughout including attic space.
The entire roof covering of every existing structure where more than 50 percent of the
total roof area is replaced within any one -year period, the entire Foof Gover4ng of eve
new stn4eture, and the entire roof covering of every existing structure an�-when roof
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covering applied in the addition, alteration, repair or replacement of the roof of every
existing trtiGtuFe exceeds 50 percent of the existing roof area shall be a fire - retardant
roof covering or assembly that is at least Class SA.
When 50 percent or less of the total roof area is added, altered or replaced within any
one -year period, the roof covering applied in the addition, alteration, repair or
replacement of the roof of every existing structure shall be a fire - retardant roof covering
that is at least Class B.
Section 15.04.230 Amendment to Section 3109.4.4.2
Section 3109.4.4.2. is amended to read as follows:
Section 3109.4.4.2 Construction permit; safety features required. Commencing
January 1, 2007, except as provided in Section 3109.4.4.5, for the protection of the
public, residents and their quests, whenever a building permit is issued for construction
of a new swimming pool or spa, or any building permit is issued for remodeling of an
existing pool or spa, at a private, single - family home, it shall be equipped with a barrier
complying with Section 3104.4.4.3 and at least one of the following seven six drowning
prevention safety features:
1. The pool shall be isolated from the access to a home by an enclosure that meets
the requirements of Section 3109.4.4.3.
32. The pool shall be equipped with an approved safety pool cover that meets all
requirements of the ASTM Specifications F 1346.
43. The residence shall be equipped with exit alarms on those doors providing direct
access to the pool.
54. All doors providing direct access from the home to the swimming pool shall be
equipped with a self - closing, self - latching device with a release mechanism placed
no lower than 54 inches (1372 mm) above the floor.
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65. Sonar sSwimming pool alarms that, when placed in pools, will sound upon
detection of accidental or unauthorized entrance into the water. These pool
alarms shall meet and be independently certified to the ASTM Standard F 2208
"Standards Specification for Pool Alarms." w#idh '�^'i,dcs sUrfaGG R;otiGR,
pressure, ° ^ ^ °� laser and infrared type ^'a-R4s For purposes of this article,
"swimming pool alarms" shall not include swimming protection alarm devices
designed for individual use, such as an alarm attached to a child that sounds when
the child exceeds a certain distance or becomes submerged in water.
76. Other means of protection, if the degree of protection afforded is equal to or
greater than that afforded by any of the devices set forth in items 1 -43, and have
been independently verified by an approved testing laboratory as meeting
standards for those devices established by the ASTM or the American Society of
Testing Mechanical Engineers (ASME), inclusive, as determined by the building
official of the iurisdiction issuing the applicable building permit. Any ordinance
governing child access to pools adopted by a political subdivision on or before
January 1, 2007, is presumed to afford protection that is equal to or greater than
that afforded by any of the devices set forth in items 1 -3. inclusive.
Section 15.04.240 Amendment to Section 3401.3
Section 3401.3. is amended to read as follows:
Section 3401.3 Compliance. Alterations, repairs, additions and changes of
occupancy to existing structures shall also comply with the provisions for alterations,
repairs, additions and changes of occupancy in the California Fire Code, California
Mechanical Code, California Plumbing Code; California Residential Code, and
California Electrical Code.
Section 15.04.250 Addition of Section 3401.3.1
Section 3401.3.1. is added to read as follows:
Section 3401.3.1 Alternative Compliance. Alterations, repairs, additions and
changes of occupancy to existing structures may be designed to comply with the
International Existing Building Code.
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SECTION 4: Chapter 15.05 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code is amended by
adopting the 2010 California Residential Code as follows:
Sections:
Chapter 15.05
RESIDENTIAL CODE
15.05.010 Adoption of California Residential Code
15.05.020 Amendment to Section R101.1
15.05.030 Amendment to Section R101.2
15.05.040 Deletion of Sections R102 through R114 from Chapter 1,
Division II
15.05.050 Amendment to Table R301.2(1)
15.05.060 Amendment to Table R301.2(1) footnote g
15.05.070 Deletion of Section R309.3
15.05.080 Deletion of Section R313
d 15.05.090 Deletion of Section R322
15.05.100
Deletion of Section R327
15.05.110
Addition of Section R329
15.05.120
Addition to Section R330
15.05.130
Amendment to Section R401.1
15.05.140
Deletion of Section R401.3
15.05.150
Amendment to Section R401.4
15.05.160
Amendment to Section R401.4.1
15.05.170
Deletion of Exception to Section R403.1.3
15.05.180
Amendment to Section R405.1
15.05.190
Deletion of Exception to Section R602.3.2
15.05.200
Deletion of Section R902
Section 15.05.010 Adoption of the California Residential Code
The City Council adopts and incorporates by reference, as though set forth in full in this
section, the 2010 Edition of the California Residential Code including Appendix H and
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all national codes and standards referenced therein, based on the 2009 International
Residential Code, as published by the International Code Council.
The various parts of these Codes and Standards, along with the additions,
amendments, and deletions adopted in this section, shall constitute and be known as
the Newport Beach Residential Code. A copy of the 2010 California Residential Code,
printed in code book form, shall be kept on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Section 15.05.020 Amendment to Section R101.1
Sections R101.1 is amended to read as follows:
R101.1 Title. These provisions shall be known as the Newport Beach Residential Code
f r Qne and Two family n,.,eXng& ^f and shall be cited as such and will be referenced
to herein as "this code."
Section 15.05.030 Amendment to Section R101.2
Sections R101.2 is amended to read as follows:
R101.2 Scope. The provisions of the International Residential this Code Mr QnP and
Two family Dwegings shall apply to the construction, alteration, movement,
enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, removal
and demolition of detached one- and two- family dwellings and townhouses not more
than three stories above grade plane in height with a separate means of egress and
their accessory structures.
Exception: Live /work units complying with the requirements of section 419 of the
InterPatioop California Building Code shall be permitted to be built as one -and two -
family dwellings or townhouses. Fire suppression required by Section 419.5 of the
International California Building Code when constructed under the InteMatio„a;
California Residential Code for: 0- ne -Rind TWO fangil„ Dwellings shall conform to Section
903.3.1.3 of the International California Building Code.
Section 15.05.040 Deletion of Sections R102 through R114 from Chapter 1,
Division II.
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Sections R102 through R114 are deleted in their entirety. All administrative provisions
including enforcement, permit process, fees, and inspections for these chapters are
contained in the Administrative Code under Chapter 15.02.
Section 15.05.050 Amendment to Table R301.2(1).
Table R301.2(1) is amended by completing the table to read as follows:
Table R301.2(1)
CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHIC DESIGN CRITERIA
GROUND
SNOW
WIND DESIGN
SEISMIC
DEMGN
SUBJECT TO DAMAGE FROM
WINTER
DESIGN
ICE BARRIER
UNDERLAYMENT
FLOOD
HAZARDS
AIR
FREEZING
MEAN
ANNUAL
Speed°
Topography
Weathering'
Frost Imo
Termite`
LOAD
(mph)
elects'
CATEGORY'
Dept M1°
TEMP`
REQUIRED °
INDEX'
TEMP'
Very
See
Zero
85
Na
D, or E
Ne li ible
12°to24"
HSDT
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No
footnote
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Section 15.05.060 Amendment to Table R301.2(1) footnote g
Table R301.2(1) footnote g is amended to read as follows:
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authaFity having juitisdiGtion, as . Refer to the National Flood Insurance
Program (NFIP) as printed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency's,
Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) revision date December 3, 2009: Community
number: 060227• Panels: 264 267 268 269 286 288 289 377 381 382 384
401, 402, 403, 404, 406 & 408; Suffix "J ": Initial NFIP map date; March 15, 1974;
and Initial FIRM date: September 1, 1978.
Section 15.05.070 Deletion of Section R309.3 Flood Hazard Areas, with the
replacement of the City of Newport Beach Municipal Code, Chapter 15.50
FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT.
Section R309.3 is deleted in its entirety, and replaced with the City of Newport Beach
Municipal Code Chapter 15.50 FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT.
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Section 15.05.080 Deletion of Section R313 Automatic Fire Sprinkler System
Section R313 is deleted in its entirety and replaced by California Building Code Section
903.2.8 as amended in NBMC Section 15.04.140.
Section 15.05.090 Deletion of Section R322 with the replacement of the City of
Newport. Beach Municipal Code, Chapter 15.50 FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT.
Section R322 is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the City of Newport Beach
Municipal Code, Chapter 15.50 FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT.
Section 15.05.100 Deletion of Section R327 Materials and Construction Method
for exterior wildfire exposure.
Section R327 is deleted in its entirety and replaced by California Building Code Chapter
7A as amended in NBMC 15.04.070 through 15.04.120.
Section 15.05.110 Addition of Section R329
Section R329 is added to read as follows:
SECTION R329 - SOUND TRANSMISSION
R329.1 General. Wall and floor - ceiling assemblies separating dwelling units including
those separating adjacent townhouse units shall provide air -borne sound insulation for
walls and both air -borne and impact sound insulation for floor - ceiling assemblies per
section 1207 of the 2010 Edition, California Building Code, Title 24, Part 2.
Section 15.05.120 Addition of Section R330
Section R330 is added to read as follows:
SECTION R330 — SWIMMING POOLS, SPAS, AND HOT TUBS
R330.1 General. Private swimming pools, hot tubs and spas containing water more
than 18 inches in depth shall be constructed in accordance with the provisions
contained in the Citv of Newport Beach Municipal Code Chapter 15.09 SWIMMING
POOL CODE and Section 3109.4.4 of the California Building Code.
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Section 15.05.130 Amendment to Section R401.1
Section R401.1 is amended to read as follows:
R401.1 Application. The provisions of this chapter shall control the design and
construction of the foundation and foundation spaces for all buildings. In addition to the
provisions of this chapter, the design and construction of foundations in areas prone to
flooding as established by Table R301.2(1) shall meet the provisions of Section °� X22
NBMC Chapter 15.50. Wood foundations shall be designed and installed in accordance
with AF &PA PWF.
Exception: The provisions of this chapter shall be permitted to be used for wood
foundations only in the following situations:
1. In buildings that have no more than two floors and a roof.
2. When interior basement and foundation walls are constructed at intervals not
exceeding 50 feet (15 240 mm).
Wood foundations in Seismic Design Category D2 or E shall not be
permitted.
Section 15.05.140 Deletion of Section R401.3 with the replacement of the City of
Newport Beach Municipal Code, Chapter 15.10 EXCAVATION AND GRADING
CODE.
Section R401.3 is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the City of Newport Beach
Municipal Code, Chapter 15.10 EXCAVATION AND GRADING CODE.
Section 15.05.150 Amendment to Section R401.4 with the replacement of the City
of Newport Beach Municipal Code, Chapter 15.10 EXCAVATION AND GRADING
CODE.
Section R401.4 is amended to read as follows:
R401.4 Soils test. Where quantifiable data a aced by aGGepted °ii SGienGe
haraGteFiStiGs aYe likely to be presen* Tthe building official shall determine whether to
require a soil test to determine the soil's characteristics at a particular location. This
test shall be deRe by an appreved agGRGY using aR approved methed-.ggmply with the
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City of Newport Beach Municipal Code, Chapter 15.10 EXCAVATION AND GRADING
CODE.
Section 15.05.160 Amendment to Section R401.4.1
Section R401.4.1 is amended to read as follows:
R401.4.1 Geotechnical evaluation. When l
in .,,— ,eu —ef a complete geotechnical
evaluation is not required, as determined by the building official, the load- bearing values
in Table R401.4.1 shall be assumed.
Section 15.05.170 Deletion of Exception to Section R403.1.3.
Section R40.3.1.3 Exception deleted in its entirety.
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Section 15.05.180 Amendment to Section R405.1.
Section R405.1 is amended by adding exception #2 to read as follows
Exception: 1. A drainage system is not required when the foundation is installed on
well- drained ground or sand - gravel mixture soils according to the Unified Soil
Classification System, Group I Soils, as detailed in Table R405.1.
2. A foundation drainage system is not permitted for basement walls extending below
high tide bay water elevation.
Section 15.05.190 Deletion of Exception to Section R602.3.2
Section R602.3.2 Exception is deleted in its entirety:
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Section 15.05.200 Deletion of Section R902 Roof classification.
Section R902 is deleted in its entirety and replaced by California Building Code Section
1505 as amended in Newport Beach Municipal Code Sections 15.04.190 through
15.04.220.
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SECTION 5. Chapter 15.06 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code is amended to read
as follows:
Sections:
Chapter 15.06
ELECTRICAL CODE
15.06.010 Adoption of the California Electrical Code
Section 15.06.010 Adoption of the California Electrical Code
The City Council adopts and incorporates by reference, as though set forth in full in this
section, the 2907 2010 edition of the California Electrical Code based on the 2905 2008
National Electrical Code, including Annex A, B and C as published by the National Fire
Protection Association.
The various parts of this code shall constitute and be known as the Newport Beach
Electrical Code. A copy of the 2087 2010 California Electrical Code, printed in code
book form shall be kept on file in the office of the City Clerk. All administrative
provisions including enforcement, permit process, fees, and inspections for these
chapters are contained in the Administrative Code under Chapter 15.02.
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SECTION 6. Chapter 15.07 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code is amended to read
as follows:
Sections:
Chapter 15.07
MECHANICAL CODE
15.07.010 Adoption of California Mechanical Code
Section 15.07.010 Adoption of California Mechanical Code.
The City Council adopts and incorporates by reference, as though set forth in full in this
section, the 2007 2010 edition of the California Mechanical Code, based on the 2006
2009 Uniform Mechanical Code, including Appendix A as published by the International
Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials.
The various parts of this code shall constitute and be known as the Newport Beach
Mechanical Code. A copy of the 2007 2010 California Mechanical Code printed in code
book form shall be kept on file in the office of the City Clerk. All administrative
provisions including enforcement, permit process, fees, and inspections for these
chapters are contained in the Administrative Code under Chapter 15.02.
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SECTION 7: Chapter 15.08 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code is amended to read
as follows:
Sections:
Chapter 15.08
PLUMBING CODE
15.08.010 Adoption of California Plumbing Code.
Section 15.08.010 Adoption of the California Plumbing Code
The City Council adopts and incorporates by reference, as though set forth in full in this
section, the 2007 2010 Edition of the California Plumbing Code, including Appendix
Chapters A, B, and D, based on the 2006 2009 Uniform Plumbing Code as published
by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials.
The various parts of this code shall constitute and be known as the Newport Beach
Plumbing Code. A copy of the 2007 2010 California Plumbing Code, printed in code
book form, shall be kept on file in the office of the City Clerk. All administrative
provisions including enforcement, permit process, fees, and inspections for these
chapters are contained in the Administrative Code under Chapter 15.02.
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SECTION 8: Chapter 15.09 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code is replaced in its
entirety to read as follows:
Sections:
Chapter 15.09
SWIMMING POOL CODE
15.09.010
Adoption of the Uniform Swimming Pool Code
15.09.020
Amendment to Section 101.5.5
15.09.030
Deletion of Section 101.5.6
15.09.040
Deletion of Sections 102.0 through 103.8
15.09.050
Addition of Section 301.5
15.09.060
Addition of Section 301.6
15.09.070
Amendment to Section 309.4
15.09.080
Amendment to Section 313.3
15.09.010 Adoption of the Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code
The City Council adopts and incorporates by reference, as though set forth in full in this
Chapter, the 2009 edition of the Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code and
all national codes and standards referenced therein, as published by the International
Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials.
The various parts of this code, along with the additions, amendments, and deletions
adopted in this Chapter, shall constitute and be known as the Newport Beach
Swimming Code. A copy of the 2009 Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code,
printed in code book form, shall be kept on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Section 15.09.020 Amendment to Section 101.5.5
Section 101.5.5 is amended by the addition of a second paragraph to read as follows:
Section 101.5.5 Maintenance.
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All swimming pool and spa water shall be maintained in a clear condition, which is free
of algae, insects, debris, and in a sanitary condition. The floor of the pool shall be
clearly visible.
Section 15.09.030 Deletion of Section 101.5.6
Section 101.5.6 is deleted in its entirety.
Section 15.09.040 Deletion of Sections 102.0 through 103.8 with the Replacement
of the City of Newport Beach Municipal Code, Chapter 15.02 ADMINISTRATIVE
CODE
Sections 102.0 through 103.8 are deleted in their entirety and replaced to read as
follows:
Section 102.0 Administration. The administration of this code shall be in accordance
with the provisions contained in the City of Newport Beach Municipal Code, Chapter
15.02 ADMINISTRATIVE CODE.
Section 102.0.1 Exempt work from permit. A permit shall not be required for the
following:
Section 102.0.1.1 The stopping of leaks in drains, soil, waste or vent pipe, provided,
however, that should and trap, drainpipe, soil, waste, or vent pipe become defective
and it becomes necessary to remove and replace the same with new material, the
same shall be procured and inspection made as provided in this code.
Section 102.0.1.2 (1) The clearing of stoppages, or (2) the repairing of leaks in pipes,
valves or fixtures, provided such repairs do not involve or require the replacement or
rearrangement of valves, pipes, or fixtures.
Exemption from the permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant
authorization for any work to be done in violation of the provisions of the code or any
other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction.
Section 15.09.050 Addition of Section 301.5
Section 301.5 is added to read as follows:
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Section 301.5 Excavation. Grading and Drainage. Excavation, Grading and
Drainage shall be in accordance with the provisions contained in the City of Newport
Beach Municipal Code, Chapter 15.10 EXCAVATION AND GRADING CODE.
Section 15.09.060 Addition of Section 301.6
Section 301.6 is added to read as follows:
Section 301.6 Enclosures. Enclosures shall be in accordance with the provisions
contained in the California Building Code, section 3109 SWIMMING POOL
ENCLOSURES AND SAFETY DEVICES as adopted in the Newport Beach Municipal
Code and amended by Chapter 15.04 BUILDING CODE. Enclosures shall not be
enforced on a retroactive basis. Existing, permitted barriers required at the time of pool
construction shall be maintained: unless the existing enclosure is proposed to be
altered, replaced or new with new or reconstructed materials. Existing one — and two
family dwellings or townhouses with additions or alterations to exterior walls used as
part of a pool enclosure shall be required to comply with section 3109.
Section 15.09.070 Amendment to Section 309.4
Section 309.4 is amended to read as follows:
Section 309.4 Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Outlet. Pool, spa or hot tub outlets shall be
listed to standards for anti- body and hair entrapment in accordance with APSP 7 or
ASME Al 12.19.8. Entrapment avoidance shall be in accordance with the provisions
contained in the California Building Code, section 3109.4.4.8 and 3109.5.
Section 15.09.080 Amendment to Section 313.3
Section 313.3 is amended by the addition of a third paragraph to read as follows:
Section 313.3
Waste water from any filter, scum filter, scum putter, overflow, pool emptying line, or
similar apparatus shall discharge into an approved type receptor and subsequently into
a public sewer. The flood level rim of such receptor shall be at least 6 inches above the
Base Flood Elevation (BFE) indicated in the Flood Insurance Rate Map as printed by
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the Federal Emergency Management Agency's, Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM)
revision date December 3, 2009.
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SECTION 9. Chapter 15.10 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code is amended to read
as follows:
Sections:
Chapter 15.10
EXCAVATION AND GRADING CODE
15.10.040 Hazard Abatement. Amended.
15.10.060 Grading Permit Requirements. Amended.
15.10.140 Grading Inspections. Amended.
Section 15.10.040 Amendment to Section 15.10.040
Section 15.10.040 is amended to read as follows:
Section 15.10.040 Hazard Abatement. Whenever the Building Official determines by
inspection, from information made available to him /her, that any existing drainage
condition, excavation, fill, natural slope or subsurface condition has become a hazard to
life and limb, or endangers property or adversely affects the safety, use or stability of a
public way or any drainage channel, he /she shall make a determination of the level of
hazard and the owner of the property upon which the drainage conditions, excavation,
fill, natural slope or subsurface condition is located, or other person or agent in control
of said property, upon receipt of notice in writing from the Building Official shall, within
the period specified, correct such conditions in accordance with the requirements and
conditions set forth in such notice so as to eliminate the hazard and be in conformance
of the hazards abatement section of the Uniform G9de fee the Abatement of Dangerews
Buildings International Property Maintenance Code, as adopted by the City of Newport
Beach.
Section 15.10.060 Amendment to Section 15.10.060
Section 15.10.060 is amended to read as follows:
Section 15.10.060 Grading Permit Requirements.
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B. Application. The provisions of co ^t•^^ 302.1 ^f the Administrative Code are
applicable to grading.
Section 15.10.140 Amendment to Section 15.10.140
Section 15.10.140 is amended to read as follows:
Section 15.10.140 Grading Inspection.
A. General. All grading operations for which a permit is required shall be subject to
inspection by the Building Official. When required by the Building Official, special
inspection of grading operations and special testing shall be performed in
accordance with the provisions f the Administrative Code and
subsection (D) of this section. Erosion control devices shall be installed, inspected
and approved by the Building Official prior to the rainy season (October fifteenth
through May fifteenth).
G. Issuance. The provisions of Rest +ea 202 of he Administrative Code are applicable
to grading permits. The Building Official may require that grading operations and
project designs be modified to provide for erosion control, including erosion
protection devices, if project completion will extend into the rainy season (October
fifteenth through May fifteenth) or if delays occur which incur weather - generated
problems. The plans shall list specific dates for completion of erosion control
measures, and further subject to the provisions of Section 15.10.170
7. Authority to Stop Work. Whenever any building work or grading is being done
contrary to the provisions of this Code or approved drawings, the Building Official
may order the work stopped by notice in writing, served on any persons engaged
in the doing or causing of such work to be done. Any such persons shall
forthwith stop such work until authorized by the Building Official to proceed with
the work. t,,,ap e �o TThe "n s;m- Administrative Code shall be construed to
apply to grading work.
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SECTION 10. Chapter 15.11 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code Sections is hereby
added to read as follows:
Sections:
Chapter 15.11
GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
15.11.010 Adoption of the California Green Building Standards Code
15.11.020 Amendment to Section A4.506.1
Section 15.11.010 Adoption of the California Green Building Standards Code.
The City Council adopts and incorporates by reference, as though set forth in full in this
section, the 2010 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code along with
the following sections from Appendix A4 and A5 as mandatory requirements: Tier 1;
A4.210.1; A4.303.1 Tier 1 and Tier 2; A4.506.1; A5.106.2; A5.106.2.1; A5.106.2.2;
A5.204.1; A5.212.1; A5.303.3(1) and (2); and all national codes and standards
referenced therein to the prescribed extent of each such reference.
The various parts of these codes and standards shall constitute and be known as the
Newport Beach Green Standards Code. A copy of the 2010 California Green Building
Standards Code printed in code book form, shall be kept on file in the office of the City
Clerk.
Section 15.11.020 Amendment to Section A4.506.1
Section A4.506.1 is amended to read as follows:
Section A4.506.1 Filters. Filters with a higher value than MERV S 8 are installed on
central air or ventilation systems. Pressure drop across the filter shall not exceed .1
inches water column.
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SECTION 11. Chapter 15.12 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code is hereby added to
read:
Sections:
Chapter 15.12
POST - DISASTER SAFETY ASSESSMENT PLACARDS
AND STANDARD FOR REPAIR OF DAMAGED STRCTURES
15.12.010 Adoption of Post - Disaster Safety Assessment Placards
and Standard for Repair of Damaged Structures
15.12.020
Purpose and Intent
15.12.030
Application of Provisions
15.12.040
Definitions
15.12.050
Placards
15.12.060 Structural Repairs
15.12.070 Nonstructural Repairs to Light Fixtures and Suspended
Ceilings
Section 15.12.010 Adoption of Post - Disaster Safety Assessment Placards and
Standard for Repair of Damaged Structures. The City Council adopts and
incorporates by reference, as though set forth in full in this section, the Disaster Safety
Assessment Placards and Standard for Repair of Damaged Structures.
Section 15.12.020 Purpose and Intent This chapter establishes standard placards to
be used to indicate the condition of a structure for continued occupancy after any
natural or manmade disaster. This chapter further authorizes the Building Department
representative to post the appropriate placard at each entry point to a building or
structure upon completion of a safety assessment. This chapter also provides a
defined level of repair for buildings damaged by a natural or manmade disaster where a
formal state of emergency has been proclaimed by the City Council.
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Section 15.12.030 Application of Provisions. The provisions of this chapter are
applicable, following each natural or manmade disaster, to all buildings and structures
of all occupancies regulated by the City of Newport Beach.
Section 15.12.040 Definitions.
Damage Ratio is the estimated value of repairs required to restore the structural
members to the estimated replacement value of the building or structure.
Safety assessment is a visual, non - destructive examination of a building or structure
for the purpose of determining the condition for continued occupancy following a natural
or manmade disaster.
Section 15.12.050 Placards.
1. The following are descriptions of the official placards to be used to designate the
condition for continued occupancy of buildings or structures.
a. INSPECTED — Lawful Occupancy Permitted (Green in color) is to be
posted on any building or structure wherein no apparent structural hazard has
been found. This placard is not intended to mean that there is no damage to
the building or structure.
b. RESTRICTED USE — (Yellow in color) is to be posted on each building or
structure that has been damaged wherein the damage has resulted in some
form of restriction to the continued occupancy. The individual who posts this
placard will note in general terms the type of damage encountered and will
clearly and concisely note the restrictions on continued occupancy.
c. UNSAFE — Do Not Enter or Occupy (Red in color) is to be posted on each
building or structure that has been damaged such that continued occupancy
poses a threat to life safety. Buildings or structures posted with this placard
shall not be entered except as authorized in writing by the Building
Department. Safety assessment teams shall be authorized to enter these
buildings. This placard is not to be used or considered as a demolition order.
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The individual who posts this placard will note in general terms the type of
damage encountered.
2. This ordinance number, the name of the department, its address, and phone
number shall be listed on each placard.
3. Once it has been attached to a building or structure, a placard is not to be
removed, altered or covered until done so by an authorized representative of the
building department or upon written notification from the department.
Section 15.12.060 Structural Repairs. Structural repairs shall comply with Chapter
34 of the California Building Code and added Section 3401.3.1 of the California
Building Code.
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SECTION 12. Chapter 15.13 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code Sections is hereby
added to read as follows:
Sections:
Chapter 15.13
HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE
15.13.010 Adoption of the California Historical Building Code
Section 15.13.010 Adoption of the California Historical Building Code. The City
Council adopts and incorporates by reference, as though set forth in full in this section,
the 2010 Edition of the California Historical Building Code and all national codes and
standards referenced therein to the prescribed extent of each such reference.
The various parts of these codes and standards shall constitute and be known as the
Newport Beach Historical Building Code. A copy of the 2010 California Historical
Building Code printed in code book form, shall be kept on file in the office of the City
Clerk.
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SECTION 13. Chapter 15.14 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code Sections is hereby
added to read as follows:
Sections:
Chapter 15.14
EXISTING BUILDING CODE
15.14.010 Adoption of the California Existing Building Code
Section 15.14.010 Adoption of the California Existing Building Code. The City
Council adopts and incorporates by reference, as though set forth in full in this section,
the 2010 Edition of the California Existing Building Code and all national codes and
standards referenced therein to the prescribed extent of each such reference.
The various parts of these codes and standards shall constitute and be known as the
Newport Beach Existing Building Code. A copy of the 2010 Existing Building Code
printed in code book form, shall be kept on file in the office of the City Clerk.
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SECTION 14. Chapter 15.50 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code is amended and
renamed to read as follows:
Sections:
Chapter 15.50
FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT DAMAGE PREVENTION
15.50.050 Definitions. Amended.
15.50.070 Basis for Establishing the Areas of Special Flood Hazard. Amended.
15.50.130 Designation of the Floodplain Administrator. Amended.
15.50.135 Permit Review. Added.
15.50.140 Review, Use of Other Base Flood Data. Amended.
15.50.145 Development of Substantial Improvement and Substantial
Damage Procedures. Added.
15.50.160 Alteration of Watercourses. Deleted and replaced
15.50.160 Notification of Other Agencies. Replaced.
15.50.190 Conditions for Variances. Amended.
15.50.200 Standards of Construction. Amended.
15.50.230 Coastal High Hazard Areas. Amended.
Section 15.50.050 Amendment to Section 15.50.050
Section 15.50.050 is amended to read as follows:
Section 15.50.050 Definitions. Unless specifically defined below, words or phrases
used in this chapter shall be interpreted so as to give them the meaning they have in
common usage and to give this chapter its most reasonable application.
"Addition" means any additional building square footage added to the lot.
"Addition cost" means the "addition" square footage multiplied by the cost per foot
average as determined by the Building Official.
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"Appeal" means a request for a review of the Floodplain Administrator's interpretation of
any provision of this chapter.
"Area of shallow flooding" means a designated AO or AH zone on the flood insurance
rate map (FIRM). The base flood depths range from 1 to 3 feet; a clearly defined
channel does not exist; the path of flooding is unpredictable and indeterminate; and
velocity flow may be evident. Such flooding is characterized by ponding or sheet flow.
"Area of special flood - related erosion hazard" is the land within a community, which is
most likely to be subject to severe flood - related erosion losses. The area may be
designated as Zone E on the flood insurance rate map (FIRM).
"Area of special flood hazard." See "Special flood hazard area."
"Area of special mudslide (i.e., mudflow) hazard" is the area subject to severe
mudslides (i.e., mudflows). The area is designated as Zone M on the flood insurance
rate map (FIRM).
"Base flood" means a flood, which has a 1% chance of being equaled or exceeded in
any given year (also called the "100 -year flood "). Base flood is the term used through
this chapter.
"Basement" means any area of the building having its floor subgrade, i.e., below ground
level on all sides.
"Breakaway walls" are any type of walls, whether solid or lattice, and whether
constructed of concrete, masonry, wood, metal, plastic or any other suitable building
material which is not part of the structural support of the building and which is designed
to break away under abnormally high tides or wave action without causing damage to
the structural integrity of the building on which they are used or any buildings to which
they might be carried by flood waters. A breakaway wall shall have a safe design
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loading resistance of not less than 10 and no more than 20 pounds per square foot.
Use of breakaway walls must be certified by a registered engineer or architect and shall
meet the following conditions:
1. Breakaway wall collapse shall result from a water load less than that which
would occur during the base flood; and
2. The elevated portion of the building shall not incur any structural damage due
to the effects of wind and water loads acting simultaneously in the event of
the base flood.
"Building." See "Structure."
"Coastal high hazard area" means an area of special flood hazard extending from
offshore to the inland limit of a primary frontal dune along an open coast and any other
area subject to high velocity wave action from storms or seismic sources. It is an area
subject to high velocity waters, including coastal and tidal inundation or tsunamis. The
area is designated on a flood insurance rate map (FIRM) as Zone VE, or V.
"Current value of the structure" means the existing structure square footage multiplied
by the cost per foot average as determined by the Building Official.
"Development" means any manmade change to improved or unimproved real estate,
including but not limited to buildings or other structures, mining, dredging, filling,
grading, paving, excavation or drilling operations or storage of equipment or materials.
"Existing manufactured home park or subdivision" means a manufactured home park or
subdivision for which the construction of facilities for servicing the lots on which the
manufactured homes are to be affixed (including, at a minimum, the installation of
utilities, the construction of streets, and either final site grading or the pouring of
concrete pads) is completed before the effective date of the floodplain management
regulations adopted by a community.
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"Expansion to an existing manufactured home park or subdivision" means the
preparation of additional sites by the construction of facilities for servicing the lots on
which the manufactured homes are to be affixed (including the installation of utilities,
the construction of streets, and either final site grading or the pouring of concrete pads).
"Flood, flooding, or flood water" means:
1. A general and temporary condition of partial or complete inundation of
normally dry land areas from the overflow of inland or tidal waters; the
unusual and rapid accumulation or runoff of surface waters from any source;
and /or mudslides; and
2. The condition resulting from flood - related erosion.
"Flood boundary and floodway map (FBFM)" means the official map on which the
Federal Emergency Management Agency or Federal Insurance and Mitigation
Administration has delineated both the areas of special flood hazards and the floodway.
"Flood hazard boundary map" means the official map on which the Federal Emergency
Management Agency or Federal Insurance and Mitigation Administration has delineated
the areas of flood hazards.
"Flood insurance rate map (FIRM)" means the official map on which the Federal
Emergency Management Agency or Federal Insurance and Mitigation Administration
has delineated both the areas of special flood hazards and the risk premium zones
applicable to the community.
"Flood insurance study" means the official report provided by the Federal Insurance
and Mitigation Administration that includes flood profiles, the flood insurance rate map,
the flood boundary and floodway map, and the water surface elevation of the base
flood.
"Floodplain or flood -prone area" means any land area susceptible to being inundated
by water from any source. See "Flooding."
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"Floodplain Administrator" is the individual appointed to administer and enforce the
floodplain management regulations.
"Floodplain management" means the operation of an overall program of corrective and
preventive measures for reducing flood damage and preserving and enhancing, where
possible, natural resources in the floodplain, including but not limited to emergency
preparedness plans, flood control works, floodplain management regulations, and open
space plans.
"Floodplain management regulations" means this chapter and other zoning ordinances,
subdivision regulations, building codes, health regulations, special purpose ordinances
(such as grading and erosion control) and other application of police power which
control development in flood -prone areas. This term describes federal, state or local
regulations in any combination thereof, which provide standards for preventing and
reducing flood loss and damage.
"Flood proofing" means any combination of structural and nonstructural additions,
changes, or adjustments to structures, which reduce or eliminate flood damage to real
estate or improved real property, water and sanitary facilities, structures, and their
contents.
" F000dway" means the channel of a river or other watercourse and the adjacent land
areas that must be reserved in order to discharge the base flood without cumulatively
increasing the water surface elevation more than one foot. Also referred to as a
"regulatory floodway."
"Fraud and victimization" as related to Section 15.50.190, variances, of this chapter,
means that the variance granted must not cause fraud on or victimization of the public.
In examining this requirement, the City of Newport Beach will consider the fact that
every newly constructed building adds to government responsibilities and remains a
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part of the community for fifty to one - hundred years. Buildings that are permitted to be
constructed below the base flood elevation are subject during all those years to
increased risk of damage from floods, while future owners of the property and the
community as a whole are subject to all the costs, inconvenience, danger, and suffering
that those increased flood damages bring. In addition, future owners may purchase the
property, unaware that it is subject to potential flood damage, and can be incurred only
at very high flood insurance rates.
"Functionally dependent use" means a use, which cannot perform its intended purpose
unless it is located or carried out in close proximity to water. The term includes only
docking facilities, port facilities that are necessary for the loading and unloading of
cargo or passengers, and ship building and ship repair facilities, and does not include
long -term storage or related manufacturing facilities.
"Governing body" is the local governing unit, i.e., county or municipality that is
empowered to adopt and implement regulations to provide for the public health, safety
and general welfare of its citizenry.
"Hardship" as related to Section 15.50.190, variances, of this chapter, means the
exceptional hardship that would result from a failure to grant the requested variance.
The City of Newport Beach requires that the variance be exceptional, unusual, and
peculiar to the property involved. Mere economic or financial hardship alone is not
exceptional. Inconvenience, aesthetic considerations, physical handicaps, personal
preferences, or the disapproval of one's neighbors likewise cannot, as a rule, qualify as
an exceptional hardship. All of these problems can be resolved through other means
without granting a variance, even if the alternative is more expensive, or requires the
property owner to build elsewhere or put the parcel to a slightly different use than
originally intended.
"Highest adjacent grade" means the highest natural elevation of the ground surface
prior to construction next to the proposed walls of a structure.
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"Historic structure" means any structure that is:
1. Listed individually in the National Register of Historic Places (a listing maintained
by the Department of the Interior) or preliminarily determined by the Secretary of
the Interior as meeting the requirements for individual listing on the National
Register;
2. Certified or preliminarily determined by the Secretary of the Interior as
contributing to the historical significance of a registered historic district or a
district preliminarily determined by the Secretary to qualify as a registered
historic district;
3. Individually listed on a state inventory of historic places in states with historic
preservation programs which have been approved by the Secretary of the
Interior; or
4. Individually listed on a local inventory of historic places in communities with
historic preservation programs that have been certified either by an approved
state program as determined by the Secretary of the Interior or directly by the
Secretary of the Interior in states with approved programs.
"Lowest floor" means the lowest floor of the lowest enclosed area, including basement.
An unfinished or flood resistant enclosure, usable solely for parking of vehicles, building
access or storage in an area other than a basement area (see "Basement ") is not
considered a building's lowest floor, provided that such enclosure is not built so as to
render the structure in violation of the applicable non - elevation design requirements of
this chapter. (Note: This definition allows garages serving one or two dwelling units to
be built at grade. Below grade garages serving one or two dwelling units are not
allowed as they are considered to be basements.)
"Manufactured home" means a structure, transportable in one or more sections, which
is built on a permanent chassis and is designed for use with or without a permanent
foundation when attached to the required utilities. The term "Manufactured home" does
not include a "Recreational vehicle."
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"Manufactured home park or subdivision" means a parcel (or contiguous parcels) of
land divided into two or more manufactured home lots for rent or sale.
"Mudslide" (i.e., mudflow) describes a condition where there is a river, flow or
inundation of liquid mud down a hillside, usually as a result of a dual condition of loss of
brush cover and the subsequent accumulation of water on the ground, preceded by a
period of unusually heavy or sustained rain.
"Mudslide (i.e., mudflow) prone area" means an area with land surfaces and slopes of
unconsolidated material where the history, geology, and climate indicate a potential for
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"New construction" for floodplain management purposes, means structures for which
the "Start of construction" commenced on or after the effective date of floodplain
management regulations adopted by this community, and includes any subsequent
improvements to such structures.
"New manufactured home park or subdivision" means a manufactured home park or
subdivision for which the construction of facilities for servicing the lots on which the
manufactured homes are to be affixed (including at a minimum, the installation of
utilities, the construction of streets, and either final site grading or the pouring of
concrete pads) is completed on or after the effective date of floodplain management
regulations adopted by this community.
"North American Vertical Datum of 1988 (NAVD)" means, for the purpose of National
Flood Insurance Program, the vertical datum to which base flood elevations shown on a
community's flood insurance rate map are referenced.
"Obstruction" includes, but is not limited to, any dam, wall, wharf, embankment, levee,
dike, pile, abutment, projection, excavation, channelization, bridge, conduit, culvert,
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building, wire, fence, rock, gravel, refuse, fill, structure, vegetation or other material in,
along, across or projecting into any watercourse which may alter, impede, retard or
change the direction and /or velocity of the flow of water, or due to its location, its
propensity to snare or collect debris carried by the flow of water, or its likelihood of
being carried downstream.
"One- hundred -year flood" or "100 -year flood." See 'Base flood."
"Primary frontal dune" means a continuous or nearly continuous mound or ridge of sand
with relatively steep seaward and landward slopes immediately landward and adjacent
to the beach and subject to erosion and overtopping from high tides and waves during
major coastal storms. The inland limit of the primary frontal dune occurs at the point
where there is a distinct change from a relatively mild slope.
"Principal structure" means a structure used for the principal use of the property as
distinguished from an accessory use.
"Public safety and nuisance" as related to Section 15.50.190, variances, of this chapter
means that the granting of a variance must not result in anything which is injurious to
safety or health of an entire community or neighborhood, or any considerable number
of persons, or unlawfully obstructs the free passage or use, in the customary manner,
of any navigable lake, or river, bay, stream, canal, or basin.
"Recreational vehicle" means a vehicle, which is:
1. Built on a single chassis;
2. 400 square feet or less when measured at the largest horizontal projection;
3. Designed to be self - propelled or permanently towable by a light -duty truck; and
4. Designed primarily not for use as a permanent dwelling but as temporary living
quarters for recreational, camping, travel, or seasonal use.
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"Regulatory floodway" means the channel of a river or other watercourse and the
adjacent land areas that must be reserved in order to discharge the base flood without
cumulatively increasing the water surface elevation more than one foot.
'Remodel' means any reconstruction, rehabilitation or renovation of an existing
structure whereby no additional floor area is added to an existing structure.
'Remodel cost' means the cost of the remodel as determined by the Building Official.
"Sand dunes" means naturally occurring accumulations of sand in ridges or mounds
landward of the beach.
"Sheet flow area." See "Area of shallow flooding."
"Special flood hazard area (SHFA)" means an area having special flood, mudslide (i.e.,
mudflow) or flood - related erosion hazards, and shown on an FHBM or FIRM as Zone A,
AO, AE, A99, AH, VE or V.
"Start of construction" includes substantial improvement and other proposed new
development and means the date the building permit was issued, provided the actual
start of construction, repair, reconstruction, rehabilitation, addition, placement or other
improvement was within one hundred eighty days of the permit. The actual start means
either the first placement or permanent construction of a structure on a site, such as the
pouring of slab or footings, the installation of piles, the construction of columns, or any
work beyond the stage of excavation; or the placement of a manufactured home on a
foundation. Permanent construction does not include land preparation, such as
clearing, grading and filling; nor does it include the installation of streets and /or
walkways; nor does it include excavation for a basement, footings, piers, or foundations
or the erection of temporary forms; nor does it include the installation on the property of
accessory buildings such as garages or sheds not occupied as dwelling units or not part
of the main structure. For a "Substantial improvement', the actual start of construction
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means the first alteration of any wall, ceiling, floor, or other structural part of a building,
whether or not that alteration affects the external dimensions of the building.
"Structure" means a walled and roofed building that is principally above ground; this
includes a gas or liquid storage tank or a manufactured home.
"Substantial damage" means any damage of any origin sustained by a structure
whereby the cost of restoring the structure to its before damaged condition (see
"Remodel cost ") would equal or exceed 50% of the "Current value of the structure"
before the damage occurred.
"Substantial improvement" means any new construction, "Remodel" or "Addition ",
where the "Remodel cost" plus the "Addition cost" is at least 50% of the "Current value
of the structure." This term includes structures, which have incurred "Substantial
damage," regardless of the actual repair work performed. However, the term does not
include:
1. Any project for improvement of a structure to correct existing violations of state
or local health, sanitary or safety code specifications which have been identified
by the local code enforcement official and which are the minimum necessary to
assure safe living conditions; or
2. Any alteration of a "Historic structure," provided that the alteration will not
preclude the structure's continued designation as a "Historic structure."
"V zone." See "Coastal high hazard area."
"Variance" means a grant of relief from the requirements of this chapter, which permits
construction in a manner that would otherwise be prohibited by this chapter.
"Violation" means the failure of a structure or other development to be fully compliant
with this ordinance. A structure or other development without the elevation certificate,
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other certifications, or other evidence of compliance required in this ordinance is
presumed to be in violation until such time as that documentation is provided.
"Water surface elevation" means the height, in relation to the North American Vertical
Datum (NAVD) of 1988, (or other datum, where specified) of floods of various
magnitudes and frequencies in the floodplains of coastal or riverine areas.
"Watercourse" means a lake, river, creek, stream, wash, arroyo, channel or other
topographic feature on or over which waters flow at least periodically. Watercourse
includes specifically designated areas in which substantial flood damage may occur.
Section 15.50.070 Amendment to Section 15.50.070
Section 15.15.070 is amended to read as follows:
Section 15.50.070 Basis for Establishing the Areas of Special Flood Hazard. The
areas of special flood hazard identified by the Federal Insurance Administration of the
Federal Emergency Management Agency in the "Flood Insurance Study Orange County
and Incorporate Areas," dated Februaryl9, 2004 December 3, 2009, with an
accompanying flood insurance rate map and flood boundary and floodway maps dated
GebFwaFy 18, 2nn l December 3, 2009, and all subsequent revisions, are adopted by
reference and declared to be a part of this chapter. This flood insurance study is on file
at 3300 Newport Boulevard, Newport Beach, California (92659- 1768). This flood
insurance study is the minimum area of applicability of this chapter and may be
supplemented by studies for other areas which allow implementation of this' chapter and
which are recommended to the City Council by the Floodplain Administrator.
NGtWithstanding the building pad elevatiens established by the fleed insurance
maps, the minimum required fiFSt floor elevatiens for the interior living areas of all Rev.,
str UrtU roc shall he at least 8.67 (NAVID) .. 'stent with the Public Works Depart }
Section 15.50.130 Amendment to Section 15.50.130
Section 15.50.130 is amended to read as follows:
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Section 15.50.130 Designation of the Floodplain Administrator. The City Manager
or his designated representative is hereby appointed to administer,, aad implement and
enforce this chapter by granting or denying development permit applications in
accordance with its provisions. The floodplain administrator shall also 1) Take action to
remedy violations of this ordinance; 2) Complete and submit a biennial report to FEMA;
and 3) Assure the community's General Plan is consistent with floodplain management
objectives.
Section 15.50.135 Addition of Section 15.50.135
Section 15.50.135 is added to read as follows:
Section 15.50.135 Permit Review. The Floodplain Administrator or his designated
representative shall review all development permits to determine:
1. Permit requirements of this ordinance have been satisfied, including
determination of substantial improvement and substantial damage of existing
structures;
2. All other required state and federal permits have been obtained;
3. The site is reasonably safe from flooding.
4. The proposed development does not adversely affect the carrying capacity of
areas where base flood elevations have been determined but a floodway has not
been designated. This means that the cumulative effect of the proposed
development when combined with all other existing and anticipated development
will not increase the water surface elevation of the base flood more than 1 foot at
any point; and,
5. All Letters of Map Revision (LOMRs) for flood control proiects are approved prior
to the issuance of building permits. Building permits must not be issued based
on Conditional Letters of Map Revision (CLOMRs). Approved CLOMRs allow
construction of the proposed flood control project and land preparation as
specified in the "start of construction" definition.
Section 15.50.140 Amendment to Section 15.50.140
Section 15.50.140 is amended to read as follows:
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Section 15.50.140 Review. Use of Other Base Flood Data. When base flood
elevation data has not been provided in accordance with Section 15.50.070, basis for
establishing the areas of special flood hazard, the Floodplain Administrator or his
designated representative shall obtain, review and reasonably utilize any base flood
elevation data available from a federal, state or other source, in order to administer
Sections 15.50.200 through 15.50.250.
Section 15.50.145 Addition of Section 15.50.145
Section 15.50.145 is added to read as follows:
Section 15.50.145 Development of Substantial Improvement and Substantial
Damage Procedures. The Floodplain Administrator or his designated representative
shall:
1. Answer to questions about substantially damaged buildings, develop detailed
procedures for identifying and administering requirements for substantial
improvement and substantial damage to include defining "Current Value of the
Structure."
2. Assure procedures are coordinated with other departments /divisions and
implemented by community staff.
Section 15.50.160 is deleted in its entirety and replaced as follows:
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Section 15.50.160 Notification of Other Agencies:
1. Alteration or relocation of a watercourse. The Floodplain Administrator or his
designated representative shall:
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a. Notify ad'lacent communities and the California Department of Water
Resources prior to alteration or relocation:
b. Submit evidence of such notification to the Federal Emergency Management
Agency: and watercourse is maintained:
c. Assure that the flood carrying capacity within the altered or relocated portion
of said watercourse is maintained.
2. Base Flood Elevation changes due to physical alterations. The Floodplain
Administrator or his designated representative shall:
a. Within six months of information becoming available or project completion,
whichever comes first, submit or assure that the permit applicant submits
technical or scientific data to FEMA for a Letter of Map Revision (LOMR).
b. Verify all LOMRs for flood control projects are approved prior to the issuance
of building permits. Building permits must not be issued based on
Conditional Letters of Map Revision (CLOMRs). Approved CLOMRs allow
construction of the proposed flood control project and land preparation as
specified in the "start of construction" definition.
Such submissions are necessary so that upon confirmation of those physical
changes affecting flooding conditions, risk premium rates and floodplain
management requirements are based on current data.
3. Changes in corporate boundaries: The Floodplain Administrator or his
designated representative shall notify FEMA in writing whenever the corporate
boundaries have been modified by annexation or other means and include a
copy of a map of the community clearly delineating the new corporate limits.
Section 15.50.190 Amendment to Section 15.50.190
Section 15.50.190 is amended to read as follows:
Section 15.50.190 Conditions for Variances.
1. Variances may be issued for the r°^^tioo „Gt,=6Gti9R, repair or rehabilitation er
resteratjen of structures listed in National Register of Historic Places or the State
Inventory of Historic Places, without regard to the procedures set forth in the
remainder of this section, upon a determination that the proposed repair or
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rehabilitation will not preclude the structure's continued designation as a historic
structure and the variance is the minimum necessary to preserve the historic
character and design of the structure.
2. Variances shall not be issued within any designated floodway if any increase in
flood levels during the base flood discharge would result.
3. Variances shall only be issued upon a determination that the variance is the
minimum necessary, considering the flood hazard, to afford relief.
4. Variances shall only be issued upon:
L A showing of good and sufficient cause;
ii. A determination that failure to grant the variance would result in exceptional
hardship to the applicant; and
iii. A determination that the granting of a variance will not result in increased
flood heights, additional threats to public safety, extraordinary public
expense, create nuisances, cause fraud on, or victimization of, the public, or
conflict with existing local laws or ordinances.
5. Variances may be issued for new construction and substantial improvements
and for other development necessary for the conduct of a functionally dependent
use provided that the structure or other development is protected by methods
that minimize flood damages during the base flood and create no additional
threats to public safety.
6. Any applicant to whom a variance is granted shall be given written notice that the
structure will be permitted to be built with a lowest floor elevation below the
regulatory flood elevation and that the cost of flood insurance will be
commensurate with the increased risk resulting from the reduced flood lowest
flood elevation. A copy of the notice shall be recorded by the Floodplain Board in
the office of the Orange County Recorder and shall be recorded in a manner so
that it appears in chain of title of the affected parcel of land.
Section 15.50.200 Amendment to Section 15.50.200
Section 15.50.200 is amended to read as follows:
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Section 15.50.200 Standards of Construction. In all areas of special flood hazards,
all "substantial improvements," including all existing construction, shall meet the
following standards:
A. Anchoring. Adequate anchoring to prevent flotation, collapse or lateral movement
of the structure resulting from hydrodynamic and hydrostatic loads, including the
effects of buoyancy.
B. Construction Materials and Methods.
1. With materials and utility equipment resistant to flood damage;
2. Using methods and practices that minimize flood damage;
3. With electrical, heating, ventilation, plumbing and air conditioning equipment
and other service facilities that are designed and /or located so as to prevent
water from entering or accumulating within the components during conditions
of flooding; and
4. Within zones AH or AO, so that there are adequate drainage paths around
structures on slopes to guide flood waters around and away from proposed
structures.
C. Elevation and Floodproofing.
1. Residential construction shall have the lowest floor, including basement;
a. In an AO zone, elevated above the highest adjacent grade to a height
equal to or exceeding the depth number specified in feet on the FIRM, or
elevated at least two feet above the highest grade if no depth number is
specified;
b. In an A zone, elevated to or above the base flood elevation, as
determined by the City of Newport Beach;
c. In all other zones, elevated to or above the base flood elevation per
Section 15.50.070.
d. Fully enclosed areas below the lowest floor (excluding basements) that
are usable solely for parking of vehicles, building access or storage, and
which are subject to flooding, shall be designed to automatically equalize
hydrostatic flood forces on exterior walls by allowing for the entry and exit
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of floodwater. Designs for meeting this requirement must exceed the
following minimum criteria:
i. Be certified by a registered professional engineer or architect to
comply with a local floodproofing standard approved by the Federal
Insurance and Mitigation Administration, or Federal Emergency
Management Agency; or
ii. Have a minimum of two openings having a total net area of not less
than one square inch for every square foot of enclosed area subject to
flooding. The bottom of all openings shall be no higher than one foot
above grade. Openings may be equipped with screens, louvers, valves
or other coverings or devices provided that they permit the automatic
entry and exit of floodwater.
e. Upon completion of the structure, the elevation of the lowest floor
including basement shall be certified by a registered professional engineer
or surveyor, and verified by the community building inspector to be
properly elevated. Such certification or verification shall be provided to the
Floodplain Administrator.
2. Nonresidential Construction. Nonresidential construction shall either be
elevated to conform with subsection (C)(1)(a, b, c) or together with attendant
utility and sanitary facilities:
a. Be floodproofed below the elevation recommended under subsection
(C)(1)(a, b, c) so that the structure is watertight with walls substantially
impermeable to the passage of water;
b. Have structural components capable of resisting hydrostatic and
hydrodynamic loads and effects of buoyancy; and
c. Be certified by a registered professional engineer or architect that the
standards of this section are satisfied. Such certification shall be
submitted to the Floodplain Administrator.
3. Manufactured Homes. Manufactured homes that are placed or substantially
improved shall be elevated to or above the base flood elevation and be
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securely anchored to an adequately anchored foundation system to resist
flotation, collapse and lateral movement.
4. Recreational Vehicles. All recreational vehicles shall:
a. Be on the site for fewer than one hundred eighty (180) consecutive days;
b. Be fully licensed and ready for highway use; a recreational vehicle is
ready for highway use if it is on its wheels or jacking system, is attached to
the site only by quick disconnect type utilities and security devices, and
has no permanently attached additions; or
c. Meet the permit requirements of Section 15.50.200(C) of this chapter.
D. Required Submittals. Before construction begins within any area of special flood
hazards established in Section 15.50.070, application for a building permit shall
be made pursuant to the UR'ferrn Administrative Code, adopted in Newport
Beach Municipal Code Section 15.02.010. In addition to submittals required by
the Uniform Administrative Code, drawings shall show the nature, location,
dimensions, and elevations of each structure; existing and proposed grades, and
drainage facilities. Specifically, the following information is required:
1. Proposed elevation, as determined by a licensed land surveyor or registered
civil engineer, of the lowest floor (including basement) of all structures;
2. Proposed elevation in relation to (NAVD) to which any structure will be
floodproofed;
3. All appropriate certifications listed in Section 15.50.150 of this chapter;
4. Description of the extent to which any watercourse will be altered or relocated
as a result of the proposed development;
5. Plans for any walls to be used to enclose space below the base flood levels.
E. Floodways. Encroachments into floodways are prohibited, including fill, new
construction, substantial improvements, and other development, unless
certification by a registered civil engineer is provided demonstrating that the
proposed encroachment shall not result in any increase in flood levels during the
occurrence of the base flood discharge.
Section 15.50.230 Amendment to Section 15.50.230
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Section 15.50.230 is amended to read as follows:
Section 15.50.230 Coastal High Hazard Areas. Within coastal high hazard areas as
established under Section 15.50.070 the following standards shall apply.
A. All "Substantial improvements," including all existing construction, and
manufactured homes shall be elevated on adequately anchored pilings or
columns and securely anchored to such pilings or columns so that the lowest
horizontal portion of the structural members of the lowest floor (excluding the
pilings and columns) is elevated to or above the base flood level. The pile of
column foundation and structure attached thereto is anchored to resist flotation,
collapse, and lateral movement due to the effects of wind and water loads acting
simultaneously on all building components. Water loading values used shall be
those associated with the base flood. Wind loading values used shall be those
required by the California Building Code;
B. All new construction and other development shall be located on the landward
side of the reach of mean high tide;
C. "Substantial improvements," including all existing construction shall have the
space below the lowest floor free of obstructions or constructed with breakaway
walls as defined in Section 15.50.050 of this chapter. Such enclosed space shall
not be used for human habitation and will be usable solely for parking of
vehicles, building access and storage;
D. Fill shall not be used for structural support of buildings;
E. Manmade alteration of sand dunes which would increase potential flood damage
is prohibited;
F. The Floodplain Administrator shall obtain and maintain the following records:
1. Certification by a registered engineer or land surveyor that a proposed
structure complies with Section 15.50.230(A);
2. The elevation (in relation to mean sea level) of the bottom of the lowest
structural member of the lowest floor (excluding pilings or columns) of all new
and substantially improved structures, and whether such structures contain a
basement.
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SECTION 13. That if any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this
ordinance is, for any reason, held to be invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall
not affect the validity or constitutionality of the remaining portions of this ordinance.
The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this ordinance, and each
section, subsection, clause or phrase hereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or
more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses and phrases be declared
unconstitutional.
SECTION 14: The Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall attest to the passage of
this Ordinance. The City Clerk shall cause the same to be published once in the
official newspaper within fifteen (15) days after its adoption.
This Ordinance was introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of
Newport Beach held on the day of , 2010, and adopted
on the day of , 2010, by the following vote, to -wit:
AYES, COUNCILMEMBERS
NOES, COUNCILMEMBERS
ABSENT, COUNCILMEMBERS
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
David R. Hunt, City Attorney
For the City of Newport Beach
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RESOLUTION NO. 2010-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA, SETTING FORTH
FINDINGS BASED ON LOCAL CONDITIONS WITHIN THE
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH WHICH MAKE CERTAIN
MODIFICIATIONS AND CHANGES TO THE CALIFORNIA
BUILDING CODE AND THE CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL
CODE AS REASONABLY NECESSARY.
WHEREAS, Health and Safety Code Section 17958 mandates that the City of
Newport Beach ( "City ") adopt ordinances and regulations imposing the same or
modified or changed requirements as are contained in the regulations adopted by the
State pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 17922; and
WHEREAS, the State of California is mandated by Health and Safety Code
Section 17922 to impose the same requirements as are contained in the 2010
California Building Code based on the 2009 International Building Code of the
International Code Council, the 2010 California Residential Code based on the 2009
International Residential Code, the 2010 California Green Building Standards Code, the
2010 California Plumbing Code based on the 2009 Uniform Plumbing Code of the
International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, the 2010 California
Mechanical Code based on the 2009 Uniform Mechanical Code of the International
Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, and the 2010 California Electrical
Code based on the 2008 National Electrical Code of the National Fire Protection
Association (hereinafter referred to collectively as "Codes "); and
WHEREAS, Health and Safety Code Section 17958.5(a) permits the City to
make modifications or changes to the Codes, which are reasonably necessary because
of local climatic, geographic, or topographic conditions; and
WHEREAS, Health and Safety Code Section 17958.7 requires that the City
Council, before making any modifications or changes to Section 17958.5 make express
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findings that such changes or modifications are needed due to local climatic,
geographic, or topographic conditions; and
WHEREAS, the Building Official has recommended that changes and
modifications be made to the Codes and have advised that these changes and
modifications to the model codes are reasonably necessary due to local conditions in
the City of Newport Beach and have further advised that the remainder of said changes
and modifications are administrative or procedural in nature.
NOW THEREFORE, the City Council of the City Of Newport Beach does hereby
RESOLVE as follows:
SECTION 1. The following changes and modifications to the 2010 Editions of
the California Building Code and to the 2010 California Residential Code as
recommended by the Building Official are hereby found to be necessary due to local
climatic, geographic or topographic conditions:
1. Newport Beach Municipal Code 15.04.020 and 15.04.040, California
Building Code Section 403 and 403.1.1 redefine the height of the top level
in high -rise buildings from 75 ft. to 40 ft. and modify the application of
special provisions for these buildings.
Applicable findings: a, b, c (findings start at Section 2)
2. Newport Beach Municipal Code 15.04.030, California Building Code Section
403.1 limits the high -rise building requirements to fire sprinkler and fire
alarm only for structures with the top level between 40 ft. and 55 ft. high.
Applicable findings: a, b, c
3. Newport Beach Municipal Code Sections 15.04.050 through 15.04.060,
California Building Code Sections 403.4.7.2 and 403.4.8.1 were amended to
require stair ventilation and smoke detection in a high -rise building to be
part of the emergency power load instead of part of standby power load.
Applicable findings: a through h
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4. Newport Beach Municipal Code Sections 15.04.070 through 15.04.120,
California Building Code Chapter 7A (Materials and Construction Methods
for Exterior Wildfire Exposure) was amended to provide fire - resistive
construction requirements on parcels adjacent to very high -fire hazard
severity zones within the City of Newport Beach. These amendments
provide fire protection requirements which are equal to those previously
adopted into Chapter 7A of the 2007 California Building Code.
Applicable findings: d, e, f, g, h
5. Newport Beach Municipal Code Sections 15.04.130, California Code
Section 903.2 was amended to require a fire sprinkler system in new
structures other than one- and two- family dwellings with an area exceeding
5,000 square ft. and significant additions to existing structures that will
increase the area to more than 5,000 square ft.
Applicable findings: a, c, d, e, f, g, h
6. Newport Beach Municipal Code Section 15.04.140, California Building Code
Section 903.2.8 was amended consistent with California Residential Code
Section R313.2 to require fire sprinkler systems in all new one- and two -
family dwellings and amended to require fire sprinkler systems be installed
with the construction of a significant addition and reconstruction.
Applicable findings: a, c through h
7. Newport Beach Municipal Code Sections 15.04.150, 15.04.160 and
15.04.170, California Building Code Sections 907.2.13, 907.5.2.2 and
907.6.3.2 were amended to require a fire alarm system in buildings with the
highest occupied floor more than 40 ft. above Fire Department vehicle
access.
Applicable findings: a, b, c
8. Newport Beach Municipal Code Section 15.04.180, California Building Code
Section 910.3.2.2 was amended to require automatic heat vents to operate
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at a temperature which does not impede activation of the fire sprinkler
system.
Applicable findings: a, b, c
9. Newport Beach Municipal Code Sections 15.04.190 through 15.04.220
amended sections of Chapter 15 of the California Building Code to provide
Class A roof cover within high -fire hazard areas and prohibit the use of
wood roof cover. It also requires Class A roof cover or assembly and it
allows use of wood roof cover in non -fire hazard areas.
Applicable findings: c through h
10. Newport Beach Municipal Code Section 15.04.230, California Building Code
Section 3109.4.4.2 was amended to clarify that pool safety fencing is also
required for protection of the public.
Clarification of code requirements
11. Newport Beach Municipal Code Section 15.04.250, California Building Code
Section 3401.3.1 has been added to the California Building Code to allow
the use of the International Existing Building Code as an alternate standard
for additions, alterations and repairs of existing structures.
Applicable findings: i, k
12. Newport Beach Municipal Code Sections 15.05.030 and 15.05.080,
California Residential Code Sections R101.2, exception was amended and
Section R313 was deleted and substituted by amended California Building
Code Section 903.2.8 for fire sprinkler requirement in one- and two- family
dwellings.
Applicable findings: c through h
13. Newport Beach Municipal Code Sections 15.05.050, 15.05.070, 15.05.090
and 15.05.090, California Residential Code Table R301.2(1) was filled out
and footnote (g) was amended to reference the flood insurance rate maps
applicable to Newport Beach. Also, California Residential Code Sections
309.3, R313 and R322 were deleted and replaced by previously adopted
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Newport Beach Municipal Code Chapter 15.50 titled Flood Plain
Management.
Applicable findings: j
14. Newport Beach Municipal Code Section 15.05.100, California Residential
Code Section R327 was deleted and substituted by California Building
Code Chapter 7A for construction requirements within high -fire hazard
areas.
Applicable findings: d, e, f, g, h
15. Newport Beach Municipal Code Section 15.05.110, Section R329 was added
to the California Residential Code to reference Section 1207 of the
California Building Code for sound transmission standards.
Reference to California Building Code
16. Newport Beach Municipal Code Section 15.05.120 added Section R330 to
the California Residential Code and referenced California Building Code
Section 3109.4 for pool safety requirements.
Reference to California Building Code
17. Newport Beach Municipal Code Section 15.05.130 California Residential
Code Section R401.1 was amended to reference Newport Beach Municipal
Code Chapter 15.50 for construction requirements within flood hazard
areas and not allow wood foundations in seismic design categories D2 or
E.
Applicable findings: j, k
18. Municipal Code Sections 15.05.140 and 15.05.150 California Residential
Code Section R401.3 was deleted and Section R401.4 was amended to
reference Newport Beach Municipal Code Chapter 15.10 for excavation and
grading requirements.
Reference the Municipal Code
19. Newport Beach Municipal Code Section 15.05.160, California Residential
Code Section R401.4.1 was amended to give the Building Official discretion
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over requiring a soils report.
Applicable findings: k
20. Newport Beach Municipal Code Section 15.05.170, California Residential
Code Section R403.1.3 exception which allows unreinforced concrete
footings was deleted.
Applicable findings: k
21. Newport Beach Municipal Code Section 15.05.180, California Residential
Code Section R405.1 exception 2 was added not to allow foundation
dewatering for basement walls extending below high tide bay water
elevation.
Applicable findings: I
22. Newport Beach Municipal Code Section 15.05.190, California Residential
Code Section R602.3.2 exception which allows a single top plate on a stud
wall was deleted.
Applicable findings: k
23. Newport Beach Municipal Code Section 15.05.200, California Residential
Code Section R902 was deleted and substituted with California Building
Code Section 1505.
Applicable findings: c through h
SECTION 2. FINDINGS:
a. The City of Newport Beach is located in an area subject to a climatic condition of
high winds. This environment is conducive to rapidly spreading fires. Control of
such fires requires rapid response. Obstacles generated by a strong wind, such
as fallen trees, street lights and utility poles, and the requirement to climb 75 ft.
vertically up flights of stairs will greatly impact the response time to reach an
incident scene. Additionally the amount of wind force at 60 ft. above the ground
makes use of aerial type fire fighting apparatus above this height puts rescue
personnel at increased risk of injury.
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b. The City of Newport Beach is located in a seismically active area. The viability of
the public water system would be questionable at best after a major seismic
event. This would leave tall buildings vulnerable to uncontrolled fires due to a
lack of available water and an inability to pump sufficient quantities of available
water to floors above the 40 ft. level. A severe seismic event has the potential to
negatively impact any rescue or fire suppression activities because it is likely to
create obstacles similar to those indicated under the high wind section above.
With the probability of strong aftershocks there exists a need to provide
increased protection for anyone on upper floors.
C. Due to the geographic conditions of widespread development separated by
waterways and the street congestion caused by local geography, and due to the
seismic activity and the expected infrastructure damage inherent in a seismic
hazard zone, it is prudent to rely on automatic fire sprinkler systems to mitigate
extended Fire Department response time and keep fires manageable with
reduced fire flow (water) requirement for a given structure.
d. Many areas of Newport Beach have significant growths of vegetation of a highly
combustible nature.
e. The City of Newport Beach, especially the foothill areas, is geographically
located in an area periodically subject to wind conditions of high velocity.
Moreover, the topographical conditions of the foothill areas and canyons
contained therein tend to accelerate the periodic high velocity winds by means of
a venturi effect.
f. The City of Newport Beach, especially the foothill areas, is located within an area
subject to high temperatures, in conjunction with high Santa Ana winds.
g. The use of non -rated or special purpose roofing materials as roof coverings within
the City of Newport Beach may create an inordinate fire hazard during periods of
high velocity winds when fire may spread across buildings with roof coverings of
non -rated combustible materials.
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h. Embers from chimneys without spark arresters within the City of Newport Beach,
including the foothill areas, coupled with the climatic, topographic and geographic
conditions described herein above, may permit the throwing of sparks, embers and
cinders upon non -rated and special purpose roofing material roofs during periods
of high velocity winds, thereby creating a fire hazard which in turn may spread
throughout areas where the roofs of structures are covered with untreated wood
shakes and shingle.
i. The City of Newport Beach is subject to seismic activity which may result in
damage to existing structures that do not comply with current code. Repair of
earthquake damage according to Chapter 34 of the California Building Code
requires upgrading the existing building to a standard higher than that to which it
was built which creates a financial hardship for the building owner to repair an
earthquake- damaged structure or strengthen it prior to a seismic event. The
International Existing Building Code provides a reasonable performance standard
for strengthening and repair of structures. FEMA requires adoption of
performance standard for the repair of damaged structures as a condition of
financial assistance after disasters.
j. The City of Newport Beach contains low lying coastal areas subject to flooding
from sustained rain with tide which hinders drainage to the bay. Certain other
areas such as Balboa Island are subject to water surges from drainage through
back bay. Other oceanfront areas are subject to flooding from storm - driven surf.
West Newport Beach is subject to flooding from the Santa Ana River. The City of
Newport Beach participates in the Federal Flood Insurance Program and has
adopted a FEMA- required flood management ordinance with flood mitigation
measures including construction requirements contained in Newport Beach
Municipal Code Chapter 15.50.
k. The City of Newport Beach is located in a seismically active area. There are
earthquake faults that run along both the northeastern and southwestern
boundaries of Orange County. The Newport- Inglewood Fault Zone (NIFZ) which
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runs through Orange county was the source of the destructive 1933 Long Beach
earthquake (6.3 magnitude, hypocenter off Newport Beach coast), which took
120 lives, with areas damaged from Laguna Beach to Marina del Rey and inland
to Whittier, and poses one of the greatest hazards to lives and property in the
nation. Regional planning for reoccurrence is recommended by the State of
California, Department of Conservation. There was also an earthquake in
December 1989, with the epicenter located near the City of Irvine. The fault on
which this quake occurred was unknown prior to this activity. The City of
Newport Beach contains hilly areas subject to landslide and coastal areas
subject to liquefaction.
I. The City of Newport Beach has coastal and bay front areas with sandy soils and
shallow water table at the same elevation as bay water elevation which fluctuates
with the tide.
SECTION 3: A copy of this Resolution together with the Ordinances adopting
the City Codes shall be filed with the California Building Standards Commission and the
California Department of Housing and Community Development by the City Clerk of the
City of Newport Beach as required by State law (Section 17958.7 H & S Code).
SECTION 4: The Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall attest to the passage of
this Ordinance. The City Clerk shall cause the same to be published once in the official
newspaper within fifteen (15) days after its adoption.
SECTION 5: This Ordinance was introduced at a regular meeting of the
City Council of the City of Newport Beach held on the day
of , 2010, and adopted on the day of
2010, by the following vote, to -wit:
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AYES, COUNCILMEMBERS
NOES, COUNCILMEMB
ABSENT, COUNCILMEMBERS
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
David R. Hunt, City Attorney
For the City of Newport Beach
Code\Resolution code adopt Oct 2010
Attachment A
SUMMARY OF PROPOSED AMENDMENTS
November 9, 2010 Council Hearing
Code Name
NBMC
Title
Action
Comments
Section
ADMINISTRATIVE
15.02.010
Adoption of the
Adopt
(Editorial) Updates Administrative Code
CODE
Administrative Code
references
15.02.020
Amendment to
Amend
(Editorial) Edit to rename Newport Beach
Section 101.1
Administrative Code
15.02.030
Amendment to
Amend
(Editorial) Edit to reference the California
Section 101.4.1
Plumbing Code
15.02.040
Amendment to
Amend
(Editorial) Edit to reference the California
Section 101.4.2
Mechanical Code
15.02.050
Amendment to
Amend
(Editorial) Edit to reference the California
Section 101.4.3
Plumbing Code and delete reference to the
International Private Sewage Disposal Code
15.02.060
Amendment to
Amend
(Continuation of existing code) Clarify that the
Section 101.4.4
Property Maintenance Code applies to
residential structures and not to other
occupancies
15.02.070
Amendment to
Amend
(Editorial) Edit to reference California Fire Code
Section 101.4.5
15.02.080
Amendment to
Amend
(Editorial) Reference that the Property
Section 102.6
Maintenance Code is applicable to existing
structures
15.02.090
Deletion of Section
Delete
Delete section on the creation of enforcement
103
agency
15.02.100
Amendment to
Amend
(Continuation of current amendment) Revise
Section 105.2
permit requirements for masonry or concrete
walls, in keeping with current NBMC to require a
building permit for masonry fences over 3 feet
high instead of 6 feet high
15.02.110
Amendment to
Amend
Revise the number of plan check extensions
Section 105.3.2
from multiple 90 days to two 180 days. Current
code is amended to allow only one 180 day
extension
15.02.120
Amendment to
Amend
Clarify the expiration timeline for abandoned
Section 105.5
permits
15.02.130
Amendment to
Amend
(Continuation of current amendment) Defines
Section 109.4
imposition of investigation fee for non - permitted
work
15.02.140
Added Section
Add
(Continuation of current amendment) Defines
110.3.9.1
special inspector testing and certification
process
INTERNATIONAL
15.03.010
Adoption of the
Adopt
(Editorial) Updates the referenced edition to
PROPERTY
International Property
2010
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Code
CODE
15.03.020
Deletion of Chapter 1
p
Delete
(Editorial) Omits the duplication of
Administrative Code sections
15.03.030
Amendment to
Amend
(Editorial) Edit to rename Newport Beach
Section 101.1
Property Maintenance Code
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Summary of Proposed Amendments, continued
November 9, 2010 Council Hearing
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Code Name
NBMC
Section
Title
Action
Comments
15.03.040
Amendment to
Amend
(Continuation of current amendment) Clarify that
Section 101.2
the Property Maintenance Code is applicable to
residential structures only
15.03.050
Amendment to
Amend
(Editorial) Edits codes referenced to include
Section 102.3
1 Newport Beach Zoning code.
15.03.060
Amendment to
Amend
(Continuation of existing amendment) Defines
Section 303.2
the depth of water considered a pool to be 18
inches and not 24 inches, and the required
barrier heights for public safety
BUILDING CODE
15.04.010
Adoption of California
Adopt
(Editorial) Updates the referenced code edition
Building Code
to 2010 and the applicable appendices.
15.04.020
Amendment to
Amend
(Continuation of current amendment) Redefines
Section 403
a high -rise building as more than 40 feet, in
keeping with the Fire Department ladder truck
15.04.030
Amendment to
Amend
maximum reach height and requires fire alarm
Section 403.1
and fire sprinkler system for buildings between
40 feet and 50 feet high.
15.04.040
Amendment to
Amend
Section 403. 1.1
15.04.050
Amendment to
Amend
Section 403.4.7.2
(New amendment) Reclassifies ventilation for
smoke -proof enclosures as emergency power
15.04.060
Amendment to
Amend
loads, not standby power loads
Section 403.4.8.1
15.04.070
Amendment to
Amend
(Continuation of current amendment) clarifies
Section 701 A.1
High Fire Hazard Severity measures also apply
to one and two family dwellings
15.04.080
Amendment to
Amend
(Continuation of current amendment) Edit to
Section 701A.3
include alterations and additions as protected
structures within the special fire hazard zone
15.04.090
Amendment to
Amend
(Continuation of current amendment) Edit to
Section 701A.3.1
require protection for additions to structures in
the special fire hazard area
15.04.100
Amendment to
Amend
(Continuation of current amendment) Definition
Section 702A
for unenclosed covered structure added for
clarity
15.04.110
Amendment to
Amend
(Continuation of current amendment) Includes
Section 708A
skylights as glazed opening for fire protection
within special fire hazard zone
15.04.120
Amendment to
Amend
(Continuation of current amendment) Simplifies
Section 710A
code language and allows heavy timber framing
within special fire hazard area
Attachment A
Summary of Proposed Amendments, continued
November 9, 2010 Council Hearing
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Code Name
NBMC
Section
Title
Action
Comments
15.04.130
Amendment to
Amend
(Continuation of current amendment) Requires
Section 903.2
fire sprinklers for protection of all new
commercial buildings greater -than 5000 square
feet, and require fire sprinklers for additions
exceeding 50% of the existing structure and if
the total area exceeds 5,000 square feet.
15.04.140
Amendment to
Amend
(New amendment) Defines fire sprinklers are
Section 903.2.8
required for residential additions exceeding
2,000 sq.ft. Current amendment requires
sprinklers when the total area exceeds 5,000
square feet (see staff report and resolution for
justification
15.04.150
Amendment to
Amend
(Continuation of current amendment) Redefines
Section 907.2.13
a high -rise building as more than 40 feet, in
keeping with the fire department ladder truck
reach height
15.04.160
Amendment to
Amend
(Continuation of current amendment) Redefines
Section 907.5.2.2
a high -rise building as more than 40 feet, in
keeping with the fire department ladder truck
reach height, and adds apartment houses and
hotels to emergency communication
requirements (communication requirement is
new)
15.04.170
Amendment to
Amend
(Continuation of current amendment) Redefines
Section 907.6.3.2
a high -rise building as more than 40 feet, in
keeping with the fire department ladder truck
reach height
15.04.180
Amendment to
Amend
(New amendment) Defines minimum operating
Section 910.3.2.2
temperature for heat vent to be 100 degrees
higher than operating temperature forsprinkler
15.04.190
Amendment to
Amend
(Editorial) Provides reference to applicable
Section 1505.1
chapter for membrane roofs
15.04.200
Amendment to Table
Amend
(Continuation of current amendment) Edits the
1505.1
minimum roofing Class rating to protect
structures
15.04.210
Amendment to
Amend
(Continuation of current amendment) Edits
Section 1505.1.1
roofing requirements in high fire hazard zones.
Protects structures by prohibiting wood roofing
in high fire hazard areas.
15.04.220
Amendment to
Amend
(New amendment) Protects structures by
Section 1505.1.3
requiring Class A roofing for new buildings in
other than high fire hazard area, this includes
wood roof covering. Current code amendment
does not allow wood roof covering.
15.04.230
Amendment to
Amend
(Continuation of current amendment) Requires
Section 3109.4.4.2
pool safety barrier for protection of the public in
addition to code required protection for the
occupant and their guests
Attachment A
Summary of Proposed Amendments, continued
November 9, 2010 Council Hearing
Page 4
Code Name
NBMC
Section
Title
Action
Comments
15.04.240
Amendment to
Amend
(Editorial) Clarifies compliance and applicable
Section 3401.3
codes
15.04.250
Addition of Section
Add
(New amendment) Allows use of International
3401.3.1
Existing Building Code as an alternate standard
for additions, alterations and repair of existing
structures
RESIDENTIAL
15.05.010
Adoption of California
Adopt
(New Code) State of California mandate to
CODE
Residential Code
adopt the California Residential Code (CRC).
15.05.020
Amendment to
Amend
(Editorial) To rename amended code as the
Section R101.1
Newport Beach Residential Code, due to
adoption
15.05.030
Amendment to
Amend
(Editorial) To reference California Building Code
Section R101.2
(CBC), not the International Code which is
contained within the body of the CBC.
15.05.040
Deletion of Sections
Delete
(Deletion) Delete the State Administrative Code
R102 through R114
and use the model code version, both provided
from Chapter 1,
in Chapter 1
Division II
15.05.050
Amendment to Table
Amend
(Editorial) To complete the "Climatic and
R301.2 (l)
Geographic Design Criteria" table.
15.05.060
Amendment to Table
Amend
(Editorial) To complete the "Climatic and
R301.2(1) footnote g
Geographic Design Criteria' table in alignment
with local flood mapping by FEMA
15.05.070
Deletion of Section
Delete
(Deletion) To provide one Floodplain
R309.3
Management Code language contained within
the NBMC. See adoption Section 14 Chapter
15.50.
15.05.080
Deletion of Section
Delete
(Deletion) To provide one Automatic Sprinkler
R313
System language contained within the NBMC.
See adoption Section 3 Chapter 15.04, sections
15.04.130 through 15.04.180.
15.05.090
Deletion of Section
Delete
(Deletion) To provide one Floodplain
R322
Management Code language contained within
the NBMC. See adoption Section 14 Chapter
15.50.
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Summary of Proposed Amendments, continued
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Code Name
NBMC
Section
Title
Action
Comments
15.05.100
Deletion of Section
Delete
(Deletion) To provide one Materials and
R327
Construction Method for Exterior Wildfire
Exposure Code language contained within the
NBMC. See adoption Section 3 Chapter 15.04,
sections 15.04.070 through 15.04.120.
15.05.110
Addition of Section
Add
(Editorial) To add code language referencing
R329
the State's required code provisions regarding
Sound Transmission control contained in the
CBC, which were incorrectly omitted from the
CRC.
15.05.120
Addition of Section
Add
(Editorial) To reference the Swimming Pools,
R330
Spas and Hot Tubs Code contained within the
NBMC and include the State's requirements in
the CBC regarding Pool Enclosure. See
adoption Section 3 Chapter 15.04, Section
15.04.230 for pool barrier requirements.
15.05.130
Amendment to
Amend
(New) Amendment will prohibit the use of wood
Section R401.1
foundation systems due to seismic concerns
and wood rot at soil interface for structures.
15.05.140
Deletion of Section
Delete
(Deletion) To provide one Excavation and
R401.3
Grading Code language contained within
chapter 15.10 NBMC. See adoption Section 9
Chapter 15.10.
15.05.150
Amendment to
Amend
(New) Amendment will allow the Building
Section R401.4
Official to determine when a soil report is
required due to cliffs, slopes, landslides,
liquefaction, flood zones or other local soils
conditions
15.05.160
Amendment to
Amend
(New) Amendment allows Building Official, with
Section R401.4.1
knowledge of City topographical and
geographical conditions, to determine when a
soil report is not required and allow the
foundation design to be based on minimum soil
bearing value.
15.05.170
Deletion of Exception
Delete
(Deletion) To omit an exception in order to
to Section R403.1.3
require reinforced foundations due to
seismically active area. This amendment was
recommended by the [CC-OCEC for uniformity
throughout the county
15.05.180
Amendment to
Amend
(Editorial) To prohibit subterranean drains,
Section R405.1
below high tide water elevation, from collecting
seawater and impacting public storm drains and
public sewers
Attachment A
Summary of Proposed Amendments, continued
November 9, 2010 Council Hearing
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Code Name
NBMC
Section
Title
Action
Comments
15.05.190
Deletion of Exception
Delete
(Deletion) To omit the use of single top plate for
to Section R602.3.2
walls, thus requiring the development of a
proper chord in this seismically active area
15.05.200
Deletion of Section
Delete
(Deletion) To provide one Roof Classification
R902
Code language contained within the Newport
Beach Municipal Code (NBMC). See adoption
Section 3 Chapter 15.04, Sections 15.04.190
through 15.04.220.
ELECTRICAL
15.06.010
Adoption of the
Adopt
Adopt the California Electrical Code without
CODE
California Electrical
amendments
Code
15.07.010
Adoption of the
Adopt
Adopt the California Mechanical Code without
MECHANICAL
California Mechanical
amendments
CODE
Code
PLUMBING CODE
15.08.010
Adoption of the
Adopt
Adopt the California Plumbing Code without
California Plumbing
amendments
Code
SWIMMING POOL
15.09.010
Adoption of the
Adopt
(Editorial) Update to the 2009 Swimming Pool
CODE
Uniform Swimming
Code
Pool Code
15.09.020
Amendment to
Adopt
(Editorial) To provide for code enforcement on
Section 101.5.5
unmaintained pools. Same language as
revi usly adopted
15.09.030
Deletion of Section
Delete
(Deletion) To provide one Administrative Code
101.5.6
contained within the Newport Beach Municipal
Code (NBMC). See adoption Section 1 Chapter
15.02
15.09.040
Deletion of Sections
Delete
(Deletion) To provide one Administrative Code
102.0 through 103.8
contained within the Newport Beach Municipal
Code (NBMC) with amendment for pool specific
exempt work. See adoption Section 1 Chapter
15.02
15.09.050
Addition of Section
Add
(Editorial) To reference one Excavation and
301.5
Grading code language contained within the
NBMC. See adoption Section 9 Chapter 15.10.
15.09.060
Addition of Section
Add
(Editorial) To reference State code Enclosure
301.6
requirements. See adoption Section 3 Chapter
15.04, Section 15.04.230.
15.09.070
Amendment to
Amend
(Editorial) To reference required State code
Section 309.4
Entrapment Avoidance requirements.
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Code Name
NBMC
Section
Title
Action
Comments
15.09.080
Amendment to
Amend
(Editorial) To require swimming pool drain
Section 313.3
discharge to the sanitary sewer, not the storm
drain due to the harmful effect of chlorinated
water on the bay.
EXCAVATION
15.10.040
Hazard Abatement
Amend
(Editorial) Update the reference to the
AND GRADING
International Property Maintenance Code
CODE NBMC
CHAPTER 15.10
15.10.060
Grading Permit
Amend
(Editorial) Revised the reference to the
Requirements
Administrative Code
15.10.140
Grading Inspections
Amend
(Editorial) Revised the reference to the
Administrative Code
GREEN BUILDING
15.11.010
Adoption of the
Adopt
(New Code) Adopt the California Green Building
STANDARDS
California Green
Standards Code and additional requirements
CODE
Building Standards
from the appendix consistent with the
Code
recommendations of the City task force
15.11.020
Amendment to
Amend
Increase the Minimum energy Reporting Value
Section A4.506.1
for HVAC air filter from 6 to 8 for better air
quality within the dwelling
POST- DISASTER
15.12.010
Adoption of Post-
Adopt
(New Guideline) Adopt a guideline for posting
SAFETY
through
Disaster Safety
buildings after a disaster consistent with State
ASSESSMENT
15.12.070
Assessment Placards
standard, and reference the California Building
PLACARDS AND
and Standard for
Code and amendments for structural repair of
STANDARD FOR
Repair of Damaged
damaged structures
REPAIR OF
Structures
DAMAGED
STRUCTURES
NBMC CHAPTER
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ATTACHMENT B
By City of Newport Beach Fire Marshall
November 9, 2010, Council Hearing
The fire department's view and position on the need for fire sprinklers in all buildings is: Fire
Sprinklers combined with fire alarms provide a warning system and protection for occupants to
get out of the building prior to the heat and products of combustion increase during the
incipient phase of the fire. The fire sprinklers help keep the fire in check and possibly confined
to the room of origin which decreases the amount of damage, increases the amount of time for
escape, and provides time for emergency fire resources to respond to completely extinguish the
fire. The fire sprinklers also keep the fire below its flashover temperature, where the whole area
ignites, thus providing safety for the emergency responders or for people trapped inside.
Ultimately it prevents unnecessary deaths and injuries to the occupants and Firefighters
responding.
EXAMPLE
Residential Addition /Remodel
Fire Sprinkler System is required for existing single - family dwelling if Addition and Reconstruction
exceed 2,000 square feet.
THIS
PORTION